Nigeria Strengthens Aviation Safety Ahead of ICAO Audit
Nigeria has recorded fresh progress in its aviation safety oversight system following the conclusion of the technical assistance mission by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Western and Central African Office (WACAF) Regional Office Safety Team.
At a debriefing ceremony held at the Authority’s Corporate Headquarters in Abuja on Thursday, the Director General of Civil Aviation, Capt. Chris Najomo described the mission as rigorous and highly constructive, noting that it has further strengthened the country’s preparedness ahead of the ICAO International Coordinated Validation Mission scheduled for April 15–22, 2026.
Najomo assured the ICAO delegation that all recommendations arising from the exercise would be swiftly integrated into an accelerated action framework with clearly defined timelines, measurable performance indicators and enhanced inter-directorate coordination to ensure seamless implementation.
He commended the Banjul Accord Group Aviation Safety Oversight Organisation (BAGASOO), the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA), the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), and personnel of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) for their professionalism and dedication throughout the mission.
According to him, the exercise has reinforced institutional systems, sharpened operational focus and positioned Nigeria to further enhance its overall aviation safety performance.
Speaking on behalf of the ICAO team, Kebba Jammeh acknowledged Nigeria’s responsiveness and praised the high level of cooperation demonstrated by the NCAA’s technical directorates and partner agencies during the mission, describing the engagement as productive and forward-looking.
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