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  • Dana air begins daily low cost flights from Lagos to Accra

    Dana air begins daily low cost flights from Lagos to Accra

    As part of its ongoing domestic route network expansion plans, Dana Air has commenced daily flights from Lagos to Accra. The addition of Accra brings the current route network of the airline to five destinations – Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Uyo and Accra.
    According to the Accountable Manager of Dana Air, Mr. Obi Mbanuzuo, “business and leisure travelers to the beautiful city of Accra in Ghana, will experience the Dana Air -hospitality as we extend our operations to the cosmopolitan city of Accra.

     

    “We are working with the objective of integrating other cities from Accra into our route network and making air transport accessible by developing new routes and linking same to our existing routes.”
    He stressed that, with Dana Air’s far-reaching domestic route network in Nigeria, guests arriving Lagos from Accra will also benefit from a choice of onward connections from Lagos to Abuja, Port Harcourt, and Uyo.”
    Speaking further Obi said: Accra is a preferred destination for Nigerian businessmen and women and Dana Air’s foray into the city will further boost investments in the city and deepen the bilateral relationship between the two countries.”

     

    He noted that Dana Air’s daily flights to Accra will bring options, comfort and relief to its teeming guests who have been longing for an airline with superior on-time performance and world-class in-flight service.”

     

    The airline has also set an introductory online fare of N22,000 to boost leisure and business trips from Lagos to Accra.
    Only recently, Dana Air marked its 7th anniversary announcing more customer-friendly initiatives like online check-in, frequent flyer program for loyal guests and was also recently unveiled as one of the 100 most respected companies in Nigeria by BusinessDay.
    The airline is the only domestic airline to have undergone an operational audit conducted by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) and its foreign partners – flight safety group.

  • DANA Air to begin flights to Accra 

    DANA Air to begin flights to Accra 

    After seven years of foray into domestic operation, DANA Air has concluded plans to begin daily flights on the Lagos-Accra route.

    The operations will begin  on December 1, from the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two (MMA2 ) , Ikeja, Lagos.

    The West African regional flight, according to NAMA Accountable Manager, Mr Obi Mbanuzuo, is to consolidate its operations on the routes it was designated by government.

    Mbanuzuo disclosed this in an interview.

    He said: “We are now set to commence daily flights to Accra with a smart plan to bring world-class options to the flying public, in terms of in-flight service, on-time performance and pocket-friendly fares.”

    According to Mbanuzuo, the airline has made significant efforts to maintain her vision as Nigeria’s most reliable and customer-friendly airline.

    He said the airline would continue to review its operations to ensure a hassle-free flight experience.

    He went on: “Part of the initiatives we have launched recently  are the frequent flyer programme to reward our loyal customers, online check-in to reduce congestion at the check-in counters and delays at the airport.

    “We also recently launched the bus service, which enables our guests arriving MMA2 to get shuttle services to certain parts of Lagos State.”

    He  said the airline entered into partnership with Bond Masters Limited to provide affordable shuttle services to passengers while members of its frequent flyer programme Dana Miles would get cheaper bus service.

  • Dana group emerges brand leader

    Dana Group of companies has reaffirmed its position as a leading player in the Nigerian economy following its recent and consecutive unveiling as one of the top 50 brands in Nigeria.

    According to the coordinator of Brands Nigeria, Mr Taiwo Oluboyede, a number of factors were considered in the selection of the top 50 brands this year.

    He listed the factors to include : popularity, acceptability, spread, loyalty and availability.

    The group was given the award at the third edition of the Brands Nigeria Leadership Forum that held recently at the prestigious Oriental Hotels in Lagos.

    At the event with the theme: Prospect of an Economy without Oil, the top 50 brands is an annual selection of top brands that have shown tremendous leadership, innovation and quality in their categories.

    Established decades ago, Dana Group of Companies has grown to become a multi-billion naira business empire with diverse interest in Automobile, Aviation, Pharmaceutical, Steel, Plastic, Water, Chemical, Banking, and Real Estate.

    He said, “The group’s business approach has been highly consumer oriented, providing local value added products and services that meet basic needs of the populace at the most economic pricing.”

    Dana Group’s investment in various sectors of the Nigerian economy is huge, and has directly and indirectly provided jobs for over 5,400 employees.

  • DANA Air to begin flights to Accra

    After seven years of foray into domestic operations, DANA Air has concluded plans to begin daily flights on the Lagos – Accra route .

    The commencement of the West African regional flight by the airline is part of efforts to consolidate its operations on the routes it was designated by the government, the Accountable Manager of the airline, Mr Obi Mbanuzuo, disclosed in an interview .

    Mbanuzuo said :“We are now set to commence daily flights to Accra with a smart plan to bring world-class options to the flying public, in terms of in-flight service, on-time performance and pocket-friendly fares.”

    According to Mbanuzuo, the airline has made significant efforts to maintain her vision as Nigeria’s most reliable and customer-friendly airline.

    He said the airline will continue to review its operations to ensure a hassle-free flight experience for its guests.
    “Part of the initiatives we have launched recently are the frequent flyer program to reward our loyal customers, online check-in to reduce congestion at the check-in counters and delays at the airport .

    “We also recently launched the bus service, which enable our guests arriving MMA2 to get shuttle services to certain parts of Lagos State”

    He said the airline entered into partnership with Bond Masters Limited, to provide affordable airport shuttle services to its passengers while members of its frequent flyer programme Dana Miles, would get cheaper bus service.

  • Dana Air, NESG in strategic partnership

    Dana Airlines Limited said it is partnering with the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) towards the success of the 21st Economic Summit (NES #21) scheduled to take place at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja.

    According to a statement by the airline, the summit group will feature global private sector leaders and captains of industries to discuss issues related to creating jobs, dismantling pillars of corruption as well as institutional reforms.

    Assistant Manager Media of the airline, Ezenwa Okwudili, explained that the carrier will offer complementary tickets and special discount to delegates for the conference.

    With  Tough Choices: Achieving Competitiveness, Inclusive Growth and Sustainability, as its theme, the three-day summit which is jointly organised with the National Planning Commission (NPC) will have eminent Nigerians, global private sector leaders, captains of industries, policy makers  as well as top government representatives.

    ”The players will discuss issues relating to creating jobs, dismantling pillars of corruption, macro-economic stability and growth, SME growth, institutional reforms, competitiveness, and Alignment of home-grown long-term development agenda with the UN  sustainable  development goals (SDG’s) that will take effect in January 2016.

    ”As Airline Partner, Dana Air is offering complementary tickets and a special discount to all delegates upon presentation of their Summit invite at any Dana Air office or point of sale nationwide,” the statement read.

  • Dana Air seeks police support

    Dana Air seeks police support

    The Accountable Manager of Dana Air, Mr Obi Mbanuzuo, has assured the new Commissioner of Police Airport Command of Dana Air’s support to improve the welfare of its officers.

    Mbanuzuo made this known during a courtesy visit by the Airport Police Command Commissioner, Mrs Victory Menta, at  Dana Air’s Murtala Muhammed Airport 2 office in Lagos.

    He said Dana Air is committed to the safety and security of its guests and would also appreciate the continued support of the Airport Police Command in prosecuting criminals, who act like genuine passengers by ensuring full investigation and eventual prosecution ‘’these days we have those who buy tickets just to steal from genuine passengers. We would appreciate if the command can continue to support us in ensuring full investigation into these cases and prosecution to serve as lesson to others’’.

    Menta  said the command is committed to tackling security issues within and around the airport. She noted that her visit was to familiarise herself with the airline to ensure a good working relationship.

    ‘’The reason for my visit is to familiarise with you to foster a good working relationship and urge you to continue to corporate with the Airport Police Command, he said.’’

     

  • Dana Air seeks police support

    Dana Air seeks police support

    The Accountable Manager of Dana Air, Mr Obi Mbanuzuo, has assured the new Commissioner of Police Airport Command of Dana Air’s support to improve the welfare of its officers.

    Mbanuzuo made this known during a courtesy visit by the Airport Police Command Commissioner, Mrs Victory Menta, at  Dana Air’s Murtala Muhammed Airport 2 office in Lagos.

    He said Dana Air is committed to the safety and security of its guests and would also appreciate the continued support of the Airport Police Command, in prosecuting criminals who act like genuine passengers by ensuring full investigation and eventual prosecution ‘’these days we have those who buy tickets just to steal from genuine passengers. We would appreciate if the command can continue to support us in ensuring full investigation into these cases and prosecution to serve as lesson to others’’

    Menta while responding to this call said the command is committed to tackling security issues within and around the airport. She noted that her visit was to familiarise herself with the airline to ensure a good working relationship.

    ‘’The reason for my visit is to familiarise with you to foster a good working relationship and urge you to continue to corporate with the Airport Police Command’’

     

  • Photos: Dana Air wins Best Security Conscious Airline 2014/15

    Photos: Dana Air wins Best Security Conscious Airline 2014/15

    Award presentation
    L-R: Former Chief of Defense Intelligence, Major General S.Y. Audu (Rtd); Head, Corporate Communications of Dana Air, Mr. Samuel Ogbogoro and Head of Security, Mr. Ossai Edwin Ayogu during the presentation of an award of excellence to Dana Air as the Best Security Conscious Airline 2014/15 by the International Institute of Professional Security

  • ‘Right policies’ll drive growth‘

    THE aviation industry will grow, if  the government does the right things,  Accountable Manager of Dana Air  Mr Obi Mbanuzuo has said.

    The absence of business friendly policies, Mbanuzuo said is preventing domestic carriers from breaking even.

    Domestic airlines, he said, were struggling with huge and increasing operating costs to keep float.

    He listed their challenges to include hostile business environment, high cost of aviation fuel, increasing exchange rate, high cost of aircraft lease , high insurance costs, and imposition of Value Added Tax (VAT) on air transport.

    Mbanuzuo said: ”If the right policies are  put in place by government, the operating environment would make air transport business attractive.

    “Because of unfriendly policies, airlines are unable to recover their costs. Why should airlines pay VAT on tickets, when other modes of transport are exempted? Why can we not achieve local refining of aviation fuel to bring down the price of the product.

    “With airlines paying between 30 and 35 per cent as operating charges , how do you expect airlines to survive?

    “Domestic airlines need intervention from government to keep their operations afloat.

    “We are still studying the content of the proposed airlines stimulus package by the Ministry of Aviation to enable consider if there is need to access it. Above all, domestic airlines want polices that would drive industry growth.”

    Dana Air, he said,  is putting together its aircraft manuals and other operational requirements to scale through the International Operations Safety Audit ( IOSA), carried out by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

    Mbanuzuo said the airline is set to achieve the safety certification before the end of the year.

    He said relevant workshops concern how to close gaps in its operations and operations manual required for the IOSA audit had been completed .

    The Dana Air manager said the audit is relevant to the airline as a safety component which would enable it keep its operations with prescribed international standards as one of the ten airlines selected in Africa to scale the safety certification.

    Part of the steps to be taken according to Mbanuzuo include harmonising  and increasing  its aircraft fleet as well as acquire new aircraft type after completion of the audit .

    He said DANA Air has improved its training capacity by adhering to regulatory training programmes scheduled for pilots, aircraft engineers , cabin crew and flight dispatchers to keep them in touch with global safety requirements.

    The DANA Air manager said about 34 new cabin crew professionals, 10 pilots and 20 aircraft engineers are undergoing training as part of efforts by the airline to reduce dependence on expatriate crew professionals.

    He disclosed that the airline would expand its flight services to different cities in Nigeria in response to passengers’ request after its managers have confirmed feasibility and profitability of such operations.

    He observed that cooperation among domestic carriers should be encouraged as it would enhance passenger convenience, increase airlines’ revenue as well as take care of unscheduled challenges.

  • Dana Air begins flights to Owerri

    As part of its domestic route network expansion, Dana Air will tomorrow kick off daily flights to Owerri.

    The addition of Owerri brings  its route network to five destinations – Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Uyo and Owerri.

    The Chief Commercial Officer of Dana Air, Mr. Obi Mbanouzuo, said the airline was working with the objective of integrating most major cities in Nigeria into its route network and making air transport accessible by developing new routes and linking same to its existing routes network to better serve the demands of passengers.

    “We are constantly reviewing our operations and our decision to commence operations to Owerri is hinged on our desire to offer passengers in Owerri and its environs access to Dana’s wider route network,” said Mr. Mbanuzuo.

    Also, the airline has set an introductory online fare of N9,900 to boost leisure and business trips across its route network.

    Dana Air operates flights from Lagos to Abuja, Port Harcourt and Uyo; will operate daily flights from Murtala Mohammed Airport Terminal 2 (MMA2), Lagos to the Sam Mbakwe Airport, Owerri, as well as onwards flights to Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport, Abuja.

    Dana Air, which is the only domestic airline to have undergone an operational audit by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority and its foreign partners the Flight Safety Group, has also gone through the three phases of the IOSA workshops and is now due for full IOSA audit coming up within the year.