The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has taken the decision to suspend all foreign lease aircraft operating under United Nigeria Airlines. This action comes in the aftermath of an incident where the airline diverted its Lagos-Abuja flight to Asaba, causing understandable concern among passengers.

Reports indicate that the suspension specifically applies to all wet lease aircraft associated with United Nigeria Airlines. Engr Benedict Adeyileka, a former Director General of the Agency, confirmed this development in a statement to the media on Monday.

Adeyileka highlighted that the current DG of NCAA, Captain Musa Nuhu, possesses the authority to suspend United Airlines while an investigation into the incident takes place. He strongly criticized the airline's actions, deeming them unprofessional and warranting a thorough investigation.

He explained, “Just confirmed that their sub-Part G of their AOC is suspended. This means all their foreign registered aircraft are on subpart G. If you take the flight from Lagos to Abuja, the Captain is supposed to announce that it is landing in Asaba for whatever reason, but that was not the case. The director of the NCAA has the power to suspend that operation pending the investigation on the matter.”