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The Association of Ground Handling Aviation Nigeria (AGHAN) says, it has put on hold planned withdrawal of services for debtor Airlines, following the intervention of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority
The withdrawal of service was scheduled scheduled to commence on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
“We decided to put on hold the industrial action due to the intervention from the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), which invited us to a meeting next Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at its annex office at the Murtala Muhammed Airport (MMA), Lagos”
A statement jointly signed by the
Chairman and vice chairman Olaniyi Adigun and Ahmed Bashir respectively, AGHAN acknowledged this development as a positive step towards structured engagement and constructive dialogue among key stakeholders in the aviation sector.
“Also, we have received a formal communication from the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) in relation to the ongoing industry concerns” .
“We want to say through this medium that as an association, we will attend the NCAA’s meeting as scheduled” .
AGHAN acknowledged this development as a positive step towards structured engagement and constructive dialogue among key stakeholders in the aviation sector.
It noted that in view of the correspondence, AGHAN is currently consulting its members and relevant stakeholders to review the contents of the communication and determine an appropriate collective position*
Accordingly, any previously contemplated industry actions remain on hold pending the outcome of ongoing engagements and the establishment of a clear resolution framework to be communicated at the appropriate time.
“In view of this correspondence, AGHAN is currently consulting its members and relevant stakeholders to review the contents of the communication and determine an appropriate collective position” .
AGHAN said it remained fully committed to the stability, safety, and uninterrupted operations of the aviation industry in Nigeria.
“We strongly believe that all matters can be resolved through continued dialogue, mutual understanding, and adherence to due process”
It urged all parties and the general public to remain calm as structured engagements continue between stakeholders, with a view to achieving a lasting and mutually beneficial resolution.
