Air Nigeria (VK), formerly Virgin Nigeria, is reportedly suspending operations Sept. 10 after a year plagued with strikes, a tax raid and two groundings by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
Air Nigeria (VK), formerly Virgin Nigeria, is reportedly suspending operations Sept. 10 after a year plagued with strikes, a tax raid and two groundings by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). Multiple African media reports said VK chairman Jimoh Ibrahim—who acquired the airline two years ago—is halting flights, citing staff disloyalty and a weak business environment. Ibrahim reportedly plans to resume operations within 12 months, supported by 50 “loyal ...
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