By Itohan Laserian
The Borno state Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum has described the safety of the Nigerian aviation sector as commendable, affirming that the feat is hinged on the foresight and leadership qualities of the Acting Director General of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) Capt. Chris Najomo.
The Governor, who made the commendation when he paid a courtesy visit to the DGCA in Abuja, said that the country has witnessed tremendous improvement and development in key areas of the aviation sector since Najomo’s assumption of office.
Zulum asserted that the acting DGCA has ensured improved compliance with flight regulations and safety issues.
He explained that despite the challenges, Nigeria continues to attract investments in the aviation sector as a result of the confidence investors repose in the regulatory authority.
L-R: The Director General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Captain Chris Najomo and the Borno State Governor, Professor Babangana Zulum.
The governor added that with the commitment of Najomo and the Federal Government’s drive to reposition the sector for a quantum leap, the sector is set to experience astronomical growth within the next few years.
“No one is and should be surprise at what is happening in the sector. On a daily basis we see developments in different aspects of the industry. It all has to do with the leadership of the civil aviation authority.
“When you put the right person in position, this is what you get. Here you find a round peg in a round hole so you do not expect anything different than the success being recorded. I commend the DGCA and his team and urged you to keep the flag flying.
On his part, Capt. Najomo affirmed that the goal of the NCAA is to ensure the industry compete favourably with the best in the world, saying even though his mantra has always been “Ease of doing business”, the complete mantra is, “Ease of doing business without compromising safety.”
While commiserating with the governor over the recent flood incident in the state, Najomo commended the Governor’s developmental strides achieved so far the state and the handling of the flood.
Both leaders discussed areas of common interest that will also be of mutual benefits to the state and the NCAA.