Arik Air resumed domestic operations today after the Federal government stepped in to resolve issues between the airline and Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN).
It's a good thing the issue was resolved fast since we already lost Air Nigeria and cannot afford to lose another...
This is how ChannelsTv reported it:
Arik Air on Saturday resumed domestic operation following
an emergency meeting convened by the Federal Government to resolve the
dispute between the airline company, Federal Airport Authority of
Nigeria (FAAN) and the Ministry of Aviation.
The meeting was chaired by the Secretary to the Government of the
Federation, Anyim Pius Anyim and had in attendance the Minister of
Aviation, Stella Oduah, the Chairman, Senate Committee on Aviation, Hope
Uzodinma and the Chairperson, House Committee on Aviation, Nkeiruka
Onyejoacha.
Briefing journalist at the end of the meeting, Mr Anyim said the
meeting lasted for about two hours and that all issues in contention
were discussed and resolved.
“A roadmap for smooth working together for both parties was also agreed upon,” he said.
He further said “We use the opportunity to appeal to both parties to
ensue every provocation that may have arisen as a result of this
unfortunate misunderstanding. Accordingly, all the exchange of
accusation and allegations are of no consequence.
“On behalf of the Ministry of Aviation and the management of Arik
Air, we apologise to all travellers for the inconvenience this
unfortunate misunderstanding may have caused them.
“We are therefore pleased to announce that Arik Air can now resume operations,” Mr Anyim said.
Arik air and the aviation agencies were in disagreement over an
alleged N7 billion debt being money owed the airport authority by the
airliner.
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