Dana Air Rewards Guests on Its Lagos Accra Route

Nigerian carrier, Dana Air has announced a series of benefits to reward its customers flying on the Lagos – Accra - Lagos route. The offer is also tied to its frequent flyer program, Dana Miles, which will enable guests flying on the Accra route earn 4,500 miles extra to fly for free on their next trip.

The rewards will continue throughout the month of February, 2016 and it entails guests to fly with their partner on a round trip on the Lagos - Accra- Lagos route to get 4500 miles which is equivalent to a free ticket, while those travelling on the business class will stand a chance of being upgraded to silver membership, which is the second highest membership level for guests who are able to acquire 9,000 miles within one year on their flight with Dana Air; and also enjoy the advantage that the program has to offer.

According to the Chief Commercial Officer of Dana Air, Mr Obi Mbanuzuo; the reward is just the airlines’ way of saying thank you to its loyal guests on the Accra route and to encourage them to spend this year’s valentine in Accra.

‘’ this is our own way of appreciating our loyal guests who have embraced our unique flight services on the Accra route and to also encourage couples to enjoy their getaway this valentine in the beautiful city of Accra’’

Commenting further, Obi said: our guests should also expect more giveaways on our social media platforms and can also participate in our ongoing valentine contest in collaboration with Pulseng on instagram''

Only recently, Dana Air launched daily flight services from Lagos to Accra with an introductory online fare of 22,000 to boost leisure and business trips from Lagos to Accra. The airline is reputed for its world-class in-flight service, inventive online products and superior on time performance

Normally, I would write a longish prose on all the good, bad and the ugly of 2015 in the Nigerian aviation sub-sector explaining who said what, when and where they said it, why they said it and how it was said. Today, I will not bore you with such but I will take you for a flight in the aviation industry this out going year in Nigeria and tell you what shaped my year in the sector.I know some of you will also have your unique events that shaped your year too and I also look forward to reading yours and sharing a thought about it.

My Top ten chart is riddled with the good, the whacky and bizarre and some of it is guaranteed to make you smile at least, and here we go:

Number Ten:

Clamp Down On Adulterated Jet A1 Marketers

Tenth on the log, the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) suspended five oil marketing companies in November because they flouted compliance to safety standard as they were distributing adulterated Jet A1, leaving residue on their aircraft. The five Oil marketing companies, Jushad Oil and Gas Limited, Lubcon Limited, Ascon Oil Company Limited, Acon Petroleum Limited and Star Orient Aviation Limited were also stopped due to lack of depot facilities.

Number Nine:

The Bristow Crash

Bristow helicopter being raised from the lagoon
Bristow helicopter being raised from the lagoon
We had the only prominent civil aviation crash in the year, Bristow Helicopter crash of August 12. The helicopter belonging to Bristow Helicopter with registration number 5N-5BDG-760540 enroute one of the nation’s oil rig was scheduled to land in Lagos but nosedived into a lagoon at Oworonshoki area of Lagos State and claimed the lives of six of the twelve passengers including crew on board.

Number Eight:

The Stowaway who thought an Aircraft was a Bus

The stowaway with burns all over from the thrusters being taken away
The stowaway with burns all over from the thrusters being taken away
A comical situation happened in Maiduguri when a middle aged man, Mr. Alabibu Olushola, was apprehended on his way to hitch a free ride on a Medview Boeing 737 going to Maiduguri via Abuja. An air field worker said a ‘mad man’ gained access to the security area of the airport through many of the porous paths of the perimeter fence from Shasha area. When the captain of the aircraft on landing, saw culprit who was skulking towards the airplane, sensing sinister intentions the pilot blew him back with the aircraft thrusters which led to severe burns to the man. When apprehended the man, Mr. Alabibu Olushola, started behaving mad. (Ho! ho! ho! isn’t that a peach)

Number Seven:

Security Breach at NAIA

Senator Hadi Sirika
Senator Hadi Sirika


Three people were suspended by the Minister of State for Aviation, Senator Hadi Sirika for dereliction of duty. The Abuja airport Manager, terminal manager and Head of Airport security were suspended over security breach at the Nnamdi Azikwe International Airport Abuja involving agitated passengers of Turkish Airlines who forced their way into the tarmac and barricaded the airline aircraft. They allegedly overpowered the Aviation Security and moved to hold the airline craft to ransom for keeping them days at the airport without their luggage.

Number Six:

Dana starts Regional Operations, Flies to Ghana

Dana Air
Dana Air
Dana Air this December fulfilled a long time ambition, commencing its regional operations with Accra, Ghana and stating plans to look into other parts of the West Coast from there. Dana Air is now one of the four Nigerian carriers offering services to the West coast. Kudos to the airline.

Number Five:

Naval Brutality

This sad one was most appalling and shows the inhumanity of certain people. In February 2015, in what can simply be described as sheer mindless violence, an officer of the Nigerian Navy Command, Apapa in Lagos, Ifeanyi Chukwu and his brother assaulted a trolley operator subsequently leading to his death. The deceased, one Yusuf Mohammed, a staff of Dowutas Trolley Service at the General Aviation Terminal 1 (GAT) of the Domestic wing of the Murtala Muhammed Airport in Lagos was allegedly punched and fell on his back ultimately shattering his skull. Although the naval officer has been arrested little is known on what the situation is but we do hope that justice is served and this evil deed is not swept under the carpet and the suspect allowed to go scot free.

General Aviation Terminal (GAT) where the brutal assault took place
General Aviation Terminal (GAT) where the brutal assault took place
Number Four:

The Curious Case of the Serial Returner

Two thumbs up, a clap offering whistles go to this woman who in my book, is a hero, Ms. Josephine Ugwu, the airport cleaner who returned the sum of N12 million found at the Lagos Airport. Ugwu works as a cleaner with a concessionaire of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, (FAAN) Patovilki Industrial Cleaning and earns a monthly payment of N7000 before she returned the N12 million late last year before she was employed by FAAN and staffed. Funny enough, this was not the only time she had found huge money and returned it, Ugwu returned the sum of N600, 000 left at the airport toilet while few years later, another sum of N3 million was equally returned. So her staffing is worth the fourth most important thing that happened this year, in my book.

Number Three:

Medview starts International Operations to London

Alhaji Muneer Bankole
Alhaji Muneer Bankole
Medview Airline in November commenced flights operations into London, Gatwick Airport offering various intermodal transports from Gatwick to connect its passengers to other parts of the United Kingdom as well as other parts of Europe. The airline Chairman, Alhaji Muneer Bankole says that the airline will be moving from strength to strength.

Number Two:

Medview Doubles International operations with Jeddah OperationsMedview Airline aircraft

Making a second entry back to back in our chart is Medview Airline that will, at 2.30pm today December 31, 2015 commence flight operations between Lagos and Jeddah, the Saudi Arabian Capital bringing its international routes to two and also prior this announced acquisition of Boeing 737-800 for the Jeddah operation.

Number One:

The Disembarking Ladder

Passengers disembarking from Aero Contractors Boeing 737-500 flight in Bauchi
Passengers disembarking from Aero Contractors Boeing 737-500 flight in Bauchi
Top of our chart is the amazing Aero Contractors ladder stunt of December that saw the airline disembarking passengers at the Bauchi Airport without stairs. As the passengers disembarked they were pictured and filmed and it went viral. Social media was agog with pictures of men in kaftan climbing down the ladder from an aircraft. If not number one in your book, I wonder what is

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Dana Air Deepens CSR Support for Youth with Dare 2 Dream

In aligning with the Federal Government’s efforts to raise the level of entrepreneurial skill acquisition and empower youths in Nigeria, Dana Air has partnered KinabutiFashion House and Pulse.ng to help youths particularly models across the country to achieve their dreams by providing them a platform to showcase their talents through Dare 2 Dream season 2.

Dare 2 Dream, a brainchild of Kinabuti Fashion House, is a motivational modelling contest with a strong element of youth empowerment that is aimed at discovering budding talents as well as helping to nurture them. Dana Air on the other hand, has always been responsive to the cause of youth empowerment as evident in its drive to always support credible initiatives that supports the younger population in their chosen careers.

Speaking at the press briefing to formally unveil season 2 of the project, the Accountable Manager of Dana Airlines, Mr. Obi Mbanuzuo; said ''this is the second time we are providing technical support to this initiative and it is a clear indication of our desire to always support any initiative that would serve as launch pad for youths in Nigeria. We recognize that the youth make up a large part of the Nigerian population and by extension, a significant portion of our guests. An investment in the youth is an investment in Nigeria’s future and we believe this initiative will help the youth focus more and believe in their dreams.’’

According to the Managing Partner at Kinabuti, Ms. Caterina Bortolussi, ‘’all the successful candidates will be given hands-on training in posing, styling, start-up business management and other key areas of fashion and modeling. For those who are talented in acting and singing, we have also made provisions to help them blossom in their chosen career, which makes Dare 2 Dream season 2 a total package this time’’ Caterina said.

Dana Air through her charitable trust has been fulfilling its corporate social responsibility to the society. The airline is one of Nigeria’s leading airlines, operating over 18 daily flights to Accra, Abuja, Lagos Port-Harcourt and Uyo and it is reputed for its efficient customer services, world- class in-flight services, on-time departures and arrivals, innovative e-airline products and high safety and quality standards

Dana Air Bags Excellent Domestic Airline Carrier of the Year Award…unveils exciting package for guests and kids

In recognition of its exceptional customer service, innovative online products and efficiency, Dana Air has bagged the domestic airline carrier of the year award, organized by AES Excellence Club at the City Mall, Lagos.

The AES award is an initiative designed by the AES Excellence Club to reward, celebrate, encourage and project to the world individuals and organizations which made eminent contributions towards the development of our country in their various fields of Endeavour.

According to the AES Excellence Club, ‘’Dana Air emerged after a thorough and rigorous screening exercise by our team of assessors which was later subjected to verification through a public survey.

Dr. Godwin Omene while presenting the award to Dana Air said: this award is presented to you as a result of your outstanding customer service and efficiency. You came back with impressive innovations and we want you to keep it up’’

According to Dana Air’s Accountable Manager, the airline is honored to be named domestic airline carrier of the year by AES Excellence Club.

‘’We are honored to have been named domestic airline carrier of the year by a credible organization. The award is a vote of confidence in our service delivery and customer experience and our goal is not to improve on our quality in-flight service and customer service, but to continue to create innovations that will set us apart’’

Meanwhile, the airline in its determination to make the Christmas and New Year holidays a special one for kids and guests, has revealed that from 19th December 2015, it is offering kids travelling on its flights a special in-flight package. The airline also revealed that business class passengers will be treated to specials meals while members of its frequent flyer program will benefit from its ongoing double miles promo.

According to Obi Mbanuzuo, Dana Air’s Accountable Manager; “From December 19, 2015, our valued kids and guests will enjoy our special package when they fly from now till the end of January 2016 and our smart kids will be getting something extra to make this yuletide truly Special''

Only recently, the airline launched daily flights from Lagos to Accra with a desire to bring pocket-friendly fares, quality service, on-time performance and innovative online packages to business and leisure travelers to the city of
Accra

DEPARTURE: LAGOS DESTINATION : ACCRA

DANA AIR NOW FLYING TO ACCRA FROM LAGOS DAILY WITH LOW FARES

DEPARTURE: LAGOS DESTINATION : ACCRA

DANA AIR NOW FLYING TO ACCRA FROM LAGOS DAILY WITH LOW FARES

DANA AIR NOW FLYING DAILY FROM LAGOS TO ACCRA WITH LOW FARES

Regional Operations: Dana Air get good Lagos-Accra patronage
Posted on December 13, 2015 by The Update


Dana Air last Saturday embarked on its first regional operations arriving at the Kotoka international Airport, Ghana with an almost full capacity on its McDonnell Douglas 83 aircraft.

The airline airlifted over 80 passengers to Accra in its 150 seater aircraft, which according to a passenger is encouraging given that this was the airline’s first operation to Ghana.

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From left, Communications Manager, Dana Airline, Mr. Kingsley Ezenwa, Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Obi Mbanuzuo being received by Dana Air’s Representative in Ghana, Mr. Sukhjinder Mann on arrival at Accra Airport, Ghana during the airline’s inaugural flight Lagos-Accra

With the commencement of Accra, the airline which is gradually expanding its route network now has five destinations – Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Uyo and Accra.

Accountable Manager of Dana Air, Mr. Obi Mbanuzuo said, ‘’ business and leisure travellers 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.’’

On aircraft acquisition, Obi said that the airline was in the process of finalising acquisition for another aircraft.

“We will bring in different aircraft, our analysts are in the process of finalizing the exact fleet, we are also looking at other West-Coast operations, and we are going to ensure that we build a network. Passengers are yet to experience Dana, they should expect to see the best airline in terms of performance and on-time delivery’.

He also lamented the spiraling fortune of naira, stating that exchange rate has an adverse effect on their operations on a daily basis.

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Passengers alighting from Dana aircraft on arrival at Accra Airport, Ghana during the airline’s inaugural flight Lagos-Accra.

“Dana earns all its revenue in naira but our transactions with maintenance organisations, spare parts dealers and other suppliers are in foreign currencies, therefore, the exchange rate is affecting us, we are not coping, but we have to continue to be in business. But we hope that in the new-year, government will look into the situation as promised and things would come out better. These are some of the challenges we presented before the Ministry recently”, he said.

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 22,000 to boost leisure and business trips from Lagos to

DANA AIR BEGINS DAILY FLIGHTS FROM LAGOS TO ACCRA WITH LOW FARES

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 22,000 to boost leisure and business trips from Lagos to Accra.

Only recently, Dana Air marked its 7thanniversary 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 Named One of the 100 Most Respected Companies in Nigeria


Dana Air has been unveiled as one of the 100 most respected companies in Nigeria, at BuisnessDay’s well –researched list of top 100 Most Respected Companies Award, held at the prestigious Protea Westwood Hotels, in Lagos on Thursday.

According to a survey conducted by BusinessDay’s Research and Intelligence Unit (BRIU), the respondents rated companies having the best product packaging, advertising and customer compliant resolution centers.

Speaking at the event, Frank Aigbogun; Publisher / CEO of BusinessDay, said the top 100 companies defied all odds and challenges in 2015 to emerge as winners.

“I know this year has been challenging for businesses. Business Day takes this project very seriously. We believe that if all the businesses are engaged in baking the cakes as you do, Nigeria will be a better, happier place,’’ Aigbogun said. We have taken this task painstakingly, going round the country and asking the right questions. We hope that next year will be better,’’ he noted.

Mr Obi Mbanuzuo, Dana Air’s Accountable Manager while receiving the plaque on behalf of Dana Air, expressed appreciation to BusinessDay for the survey and thanked the respondents for their dispassionate contribution to the analysis.

“This is a positive feedback for us at Dana Air, and we are highly honored to be here among the most respected companies in Nigeria. This is an indication that the flying public recognizes and appreciates our efforts at ensuring efficient customer service and satisfaction. We will continue the good work to ensure that we remain on the list even beyond next year.’’

According to BusinessDay’s Senior Research Analyst, Obodo Ejiro, ‘’the annual BusinessDay’s Top 100 companies in Nigeria, was introduced due to the need to seek the views of customers and other stakeholders on the quality of timeliness and appropriateness of product and services offered by Nigerian companies. The survey seeks to extricate from over 1,650 medium to big companies operating in Nigeria, those that could go the extra mile in satisfying their customers.’’

He noted that “the top 100 companies list of 2015, are known to have contributed immensely to the growth of the Nigerian economy, through job creation, dividend payment to shareholders and corporate social responsibility to various communities in Nigeria.’’

Dana Air is a Recipient of several awards for aviation service excellence; with a reputation for efficient customer services, world- class in-flight services, on-time departures and arrivals, innovative e-airline products and high safety and quality standards.

Pictures from the airlines' dinner for staff, novelty match and visit to orphanage

Dana Air set to commence Lagos-Accra flight operations …marks 7th anniversary with innovations....Appreciate staff

Dana Air management has said that all is now set for it to commence daily flights services between Lagos and Accra as it has wrapped up all arrangements leading to the operations.

Speaking while commemorating the 7th anniversary of the airline in Lagos, Obi Mbanuzo, the airline’s Accountable Manager said the airline is now set to take a step forward with the imminent launch of daily flights to Accra.

“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”, he said.
In less than seven years of its operations, Dana Air has grown to become one of Nigeria’s leading airlines, operating over 20 daily flights to Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, and Uyo.

The airline is a recipient of several awards for aviation service excellence; with a reputation for efficient customer services, world- class in-flight services, on-time departures and arrivals, innovative e-airline products and high safety and quality standards.
Meanwhile, the airline has assured its teeming guests of more customer-friendly initiatives as the airline celebrates its 7th anniversary.
The anniversary is coming on the heels of the airlines’ progression with the successful completion of an Emergency Response Training.

According to Mbanuzuo, the airline has made significant efforts to maintain her vision, which has made it to be recognised and respected as Nigeria’s most reliable and customer – friendly airline.
He emphasised that 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 and most recently the bus service, which enable our guests arriving MMA2 to get shuttle services to certain parts of Lagos State”
He noted that the airline entered into partnership with Bond Masters Limited, to provide affordable airport shuttle services to its guests while stressing that, members of its frequent flyer program Dana Miles; would get even cheaper bus service.
On why the airline treated its staff at a party, Mbanuzo said: “we are here today celebrating our 7th anniversary because of the professionalism, perseverance and commitment of our staff members and there is no better time to celebrate and appreciate them, the anniversary week has been busy for us, from our visit to the orphanage, to our anniversary novelty match, we decided to cap the entire celebration by appreciating our staff members at a dinner”.

Dana Air Celebrates Anniversary With More Customer-Friendly Initiatives…Appreciates Staff

Dana Air has assured its teeming guests of more customer-customer friendly initiatives as the airline celebrates its 7th anniversary. The anniversary is coming on the heels of the airlines’ progression with the successful completion of an Emergency Response Training.

According to the Accountable Manager of Dana Air, Mr Obi Mbanuzuo, the airline has made significant efforts to maintain her vision, which is be recognized and respected as Nigeria's most reliable and customer - friendly airline. He emphasized that 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 and most recently the bus service, which enable our guests arriving MMA2 to get shuttle services to certain parts of Lagos State"

He noted that the airline entered into partnership with Bond Masters Limited, to provide affordable airport shuttle services to its guests while stressing that, members of its frequent flyer program Dana Miles; would get even cheaper bus service.

On the reason for the staff appreciation party, Obi said: “we are here today celebrating our 7th anniversary because of the professionalism, perseverance and commitment of our staff members and there is no better time to celebrate and appreciate them. He continued: “the anniversary week has been busy for us, from our visit to the orphanage, to our anniversary novelty match, we decided to cap the entire celebration by appreciating our staff members at a dinner”


Speaking further, Obi said the airline is now set to take a step forward with the imminent launch of daily flights to Accra. “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”

In less than seven years of its operations, Dana Air has grown to become one of Nigeria’s leading airlines, operating over 20 daily flights to Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, and Uyo.

The airline is a Recipient of several awards for aviation service excellence; with a reputation for efficient customer services, world- class in-flight services, on-time departures and arrivals, innovative e-airline products and high safety and quality standards.

Dana Group Named One of Nigeria's Top 50 Brands

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, at the 3rd edition of the Brands Nigeria Leadership Forum held at the prestigious Oriental Hotels in Lagos.

Themed “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.

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. Of importance are the top of the mind factors like: popularity, acceptability, spread, loyalty and availability”

Established in the 80s, The Dana Group of Companies has grown to become a multi-billion naira business empire with diverse interest in Automobile, Aviation, Pharmaceutical, Steel, Plastics, Water, Chemical, Banking, and Real Estate.

Since inception, the Group has experienced phenomenal growth on account of its quality products; focus on customer satisfaction and efficiency of human capital. Today, Dana Group of companies is a multi-national with a well-defined vision to become number one in all the markets it serves.

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. Considering the need for quality products, the Group commissioned a plastics plant for household products in year 2000, followed by a pharmaceutical formulation and water bottling plant in 2003. The Group also made an inroad into rice milling using state-of –the art food processing equipment, and further established its commitment to the Nigerian project when in 2006, it acquired the Steel Rolling Mill in Katsina, from the Federal Government to produce iron and wire rods.

Still living by the philosophy of leading by example, Nigeria’s Aviation industry has continued to witness world-class in-flight service, efficient customer service, innovative e-airline products and on-time departures and arrivals with the Group’s introduction of Dana Air in 2008, a domestic airline with a trend setting desire to go regional soon.


As always, Dana Group of Companies acted in line with Federal Government’s recent automotive policy and launched a multi-billion naira Vehicle Assembly Plant in 2014. The Vehicle Assembly Plant with futuristic technology has the capacity to churn out over 27,000 exquisite KIA and Renault cars per annum.

The Group has established itself as a socially responsible organization as its philanthropic arm, Dana Foundation; is taking care of various causes such as contributions to educational and healthcare institutions, sinking of boreholes and support for orphans and special children yearly.

As a proudly Nigerian brand, 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 Re-launches Cloud 9 In-flight magazine

Passengers of Dana Air are in for an exciting flying experience with the airlines’ recent re-introduction of its in-flight magazine Cloud 9.

Cloud 9 is a quarterly, full-color in-flight magazine with a good blend of tourism, food, health, style, music, art, celebrity interviews, and opinion page. It is also a peek inside the exciting, picturesque destinations of Dana Air’s route network

According to the Accountable Manager of Dana Air, Mr Obi Mbanuzuo; “the re-introduction of Cloud 9 is part of our determination to meet, and even exceed the flying aspirations of our guests, by contributing towards an interesting and engaging in-flight experience.’’

He said the launch is borne out of Dana Air’s philosophy of giving more to its esteemed guests and going the extra mile to advance guests’ satisfaction has always been the driving force.

‘’We have made every effort to tailor the editorial content targeting our multicultural, multi-ethnic passengers, from the brilliant articles to the enthralling images, all have been well thought out and carefully put together to intensify the flying experience of our passengers.”

In less than seven (7) years of commencing operations, Dana Air has become one of Nigeria’s leading airlines, operating over 20 daily flights to Abuja, Lagos, Port Harcourt and Uyo.

The airline is reputed for its efficient customer service, world-class in-flight services, on-time departure and arrival, innovative e-airline products and high safety and quality standard.

Dana Air Wins Best Customer Service Airline in Nigeria 2015

Dana Air has once again reaffirmed its position as a leading customer friendly airline following its consecutive recognition as the Best Customer Service Airline in Nigeria, during the 2015 edition of Nigerian Customer Service Award held recently at the prestigious Four Points by Sheraton Lagos.

The Nigerian Customer Service Awards (NCSA) is an annual award that celebrates service excellence in Nigeria by recognizing companies that deliver effective and exceptional customer service with a view to make them leverage on value-orientation and encourage other entities to emulate such commitments to business social responsibilities

According to the coordinator of the NCSA, Dr. Aliyu Ilias, Dana Air and the other outstanding companies were accessed based on their customer service practices in a process that includes customer feedback, review of staff and management processes that relate to customer service.

He said ‘’the NCSA helps organizations listen to the voice of their customers by conducting an independent assessment of quality customer service survey tools, to collect and analyze feedback from customers and grade their responses using world standard as benchmark’’

Commenting on the award, the Accountable Manager of Dana Airlines, Mr Obi Mbanuzuo said: “We are delighted to be named the best customer service airline in Nigeria yet again, and promise to continue to improve on the quality of our services and offerings. We are committed more than ever to introducing innovative services to exceed the flying aspirations of our guests’’

Recipient of several awards for aviation service excellence, Dana Air is reputed for its efficient customer services, world-class in-flight services, on-time departures and arrivals, innovative e-airline products and high safety and quality standard.

Dana Airlines Limited has announced that it is partnering with the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) towards the success of the 21st Nigerian Economic Summit (NES #21) scheduled to take place at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja from Tuesday, 13th to Thursday, 15th October 2015.

Themed “’ Tough Choices: Achieving Competitiveness, Inclusive Growth and Sustainability”, the 3-day Summit which is jointly organized with the National Planning Commission will have eminent Nigerians, global private sector leaders, captains of industries, policy makers as well as top government representatives; 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.
Reputed for its world-class in-flight service and on-time performance, Dana Air operates daily flights from Lagos to Abuja, Port Harcourt and Uyo as well as Abuja to Port Harcourt and Uyo

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AUN President to deliver keynote address at 2015 Banking Sector Report Launch

Lagos, 3rd October 2015 – Dr. Margee Ensign, President of the American University of Nigeria (AUN), Yola will be the keynote speaker at the Afrinvest 2015 Nigerian Banking Sector Report launch and the firm’s 20th Anniversary celebration on Tuesday, October 6.

The event will take place at the prestigious Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, and Dr. Ensign will be speaking on the theme, “Peace, Development and Reconstruction: A Way Forward for Northeast Nigeria.”

Ike Chioke, Chief Executive Officer of Afrinvest, who made the disclosure, said, “As a socially responsible company, we have great admiration for Dr. Ensign and her work with internally displaced persons in the northeastern state of Adamawa through the Adamawa Peacemakers Initiative, which she chairs.”

“We believe that her experience and insight on development projects across Africa will be invaluable as we seek to galvanize the private sector to support the efforts of government in rehabilitating those adversely affected by the violence in the northeastern states of Nigeria.”

Dr. Margee M. Ensign, the third President of the American University of Nigeria, earned her BA from New College in Florida, and her PhD in International Political Economy from the University of Maryland. She began her administrative career at Columbia University, in New York City. There she combined roles of Professor of Politics & Economics with Director of the International Political Economy Program.

Dr. Ensign has worked in and on the continent for fifteen years and has served as an advisor to the governments of Uganda and Rwanda. She currently leads the Adamawa Peacemakers Initiative (API), a local response to the escalating violence, which has successfully promoted peace in the area through education, empowerment and community development. API has provided food assistance to approximately 300,000 IDPs during the past 18 months.

Afrinvest (West Africa) Limited is a wealth advisory firm involved in investment banking, securities trading, asset management and investment research with a focus on West Africa. The Afrinvest Annual “Banking Sector Report” has come to be recognized as the leading and most incisive report on Nigeria’s banking industry, as well as a valuable reference for local and international investors in the Nigerian economy.

Dana Air Introduces Dana Miles Frequent Flyer Program

Dana Air has announced its frequent flyer program: Dana Miles; which allows its guests to earn and redeem points or miles for travel across its route network.

This initiative will enable Dana Miles members, access to upgrade their Dana Air tickets, gain extra baggage allowance, exchange miles for tickets, and get priority checking-in at the airport.

According to the Accountable Manager of Dana Airlines, Mr Obi Mbanuzuo: “We are always seeking new ways to serve our guests better, and the introduction of Dana Miles; our frequent flyer program is just a way of strengthening our relationship with our loyal customers; while providing them more value for miles accrued while flying with us.’’

Speaking further Obi said: “membership is free and customers can become a Dana Miles member, by registering on www.flydanaair.com and completing an online enrollment form which automatically makes them a Blue-card member upon which they can progress to the Silver and Gold card holders, based on miles they are able to accrue.’’

Only recently, Dana Air created its online check-in platform to ease the travel experience of its guests. The web check-in icon enables its guests check-in, print boarding passes and select their preferred seats, all from the comfort of their homes.

The airline is reputed for its efficient customer service, innovative e-airline products, world-class in-flight service, on-time departures and arrivals, and high quality standards.

Dana Air Seek Police Support Against False Passengers

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’’

Mrs 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 familiarize herself with the airline to ensure a good working relationship.

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

Only recently, Dana Air was awarded the best security conscious airline by the International Institute of Professional Security. The airline is the only domestic airline to have undergone an operational audit conducted by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority Flight safety Group in partnership with their foreign counterparts

Dana Air to commence daily flights to Accra Ghana soon

The Redeemed Christian Church of God (Lagos Province 10) Upper Room Assembly (Restoration Zone) , has announced that it will have its praise evening on the 13th of September 2015.

According to one of the expected officiating minister, the praise evening is going to be a powerful one has this is the first ever since the church was planted in April 12 2015

The event which promises to have very exciting upcoming gospel singers will hold at No.1 Oduabiye Street Mologede Merian Lagos state.


Come and be blessed!!!

Please send a mail to reservations@flydanaair.com for details.

RAMDAN KAREEM FROM DANA AIR

DANA AIR Boss Congratulates President Buhari ...calls for improved policies in the aviation sector



The Managing Director of Dana Air, Jacky Hathiramani has commended President Muhammadu Buhari for his integrity, passion, resilience as well as his determination which led to his historic victory at the polls and eventual inauguration as the President, Commander in Chief of the armed forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.



Hathiramani while proposing an aviation blueprint for the new administration, noted that President Buhari’s message of CHANGE resonates with the vision of Dana Air, and the yearnings of many in the aviation industry, given that Mr. President had promised to appoint technocrats to run the different aspects of the economy including the aviation sector.



He therefore expressed optimism that the President Buhari’s administration will build on positive achievements of successive governments to deliver well-designed aviation network with potential huge benefits for users, as well as for growth and investment in the wider economy. Hathiramani further emphasized that the government need to urgently build an aerospace Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) facility to safeguard capital flight as the absence of a functional MRO facility in Nigeria is depleting the nation’s foreign reserve given that airlines periodically take aircraft in their fleet to far flung countries for heavy maintenance.



He maintained that the government should also consider Aviation fuel hedging for the domestic airlines to help them offset any possible losses in the short term while efforts are on to revamp the refineries. While decrying the current taxes paid on tickets, he called for provision of special intervention funds as single digit interest loans for airline operators. The initiative according to him will aid availability of working capital for the airlines and improved liquidity.



He further charged the Buhari administration to review current multi designations approved for foreign carriers as most of them operate without reciprocity to different cities and instead, the government should encourage the international carriers to form alliances with the domestic operators to strengthen the sector.



It will be recalled that the airline recently called on the federal to create business-friendly aviation industry as high cost of aviation fuel, increasing interest rate, high cost of aircraft lease, high insurance cost and imposition Value Added Tax (VAT) on air transport are making the industry less attractive and lucrative.

Dana Air supports children's career interest through its kidsfly program

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Sights from the Mc Galaxy Album launch in Uyo proudly sponsored by SKY BANK AND DANA AIR. SUPPORTED BY HIPTV, AKBC, AIT

Award winning airline, Dana Air has been adjudged as the airline of the year 2014/2015. The airline was recognized as airline of the year at the 3rd edition of the Nigerian Transport Awards and lecture held recently at the prestigious Sheraton hotels in Ikeja, Lagos.

Speaking during the presentation of the award to Dana Air, Editor of Transport Day newspaper, Mr. Frank Kintum, stated that Dana Air has further raised the stakes in the air transport sector and the significant improvements in its on-time performance and resilience had set the airline as a force to be reckoned with.

He noted further that Dana Air emerged airline of the year after a rigorous screening by a panel of industry experts

Head Corporate Communications of Dana Air, Samuel Ogbogoro, while receiving the award, expressed appreciation to the organizers of the award for the recognition and reiterated the airline’s commitment to consistently review and upgrade services in line with best practices.

He also noted that the award is recognition for hard work as well as motivation to work harder to meet the expectations of the flying public.

Dana Air currently operates flights from Lagos to Abuja, Port Harcourt, Uyo and Owerri. The airline is reputed for its efficient customer service, world-class in-flight service, on-time departures and arrivals, innovative e-airline products and high quality standards.

Award winning airline, Dana Air has been adjudged as the airline of the year 2014/2015. The airline was recognized as airline of the year at the 3rd edition of the Nigerian Transport Awards and lecture held recently at the prestigious Sheraton hotels in Ikeja, Lagos.

Speaking during the presentation of the award to Dana Air, Editor of Transport Day newspaper, Mr. Frank Kintum, stated that Dana Air has further raised the stakes in the air transport sector and the significant improvements in its on-time performance and resilience had set the airline as a force to be reckoned with.

He noted further that Dana Air emerged airline of the year after a rigorous screening by a panel of industry experts

Head Corporate Communications of Dana Air, Samuel Ogbogoro, while receiving the award, expressed appreciation to the organizers of the award for the recognition and reiterated the airline’s commitment to consistently review and upgrade services in line with best practices.

He also noted that the award is recognition for hard work as well as motivation to work harder to meet the expectations of the flying public.

Dana Air currently operates flights from Lagos to Abuja, Port Harcourt, Uyo and Owerri. The airline is reputed for its efficient customer service, world-class in-flight service, on-time departures and arrivals, innovative e-airline products and high quality standards.

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