The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has expressed its irrevocable commitment to fortify its collaboration with the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) to bolster airspace management safety and air security across Nigeria.
Spokesman for NAMA, Mr Abdullahi Musa, said in a statement that the managing director of the agency, Mr Ahmed Farouk, made the declaration during a courtesy visit to the NAF headquarters in Abuja, where he had a discussion with the chief of air staff, Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar.
He said Farouk affirmed the existing partnership between NAMA and NAF while recognising the critical role the air force plays in safeguarding Nigeria’s airspace.
He expressed appreciation for the existing cooperation and expressed eagerness to explore new avenues for mutual benefit.
Farouk emphasised that strengthened collaboration between the two entities “is pivotal in enhancing airspace management, safety, and security nationwide.”
For his part, Hassan underscored the importance of maintaining a steadfast commitment to the partnership, emphasising its significant impact on the safety and efficiency of Nigeria’s aviation sector.
Besides, he urged NAMA for cooperation in achieving the final accreditation of the Air Traffic School Training Centre (ATSTC) in Kaduna.
“This accreditation will contribute significantly to bolstering manpower and capacity within both the Nigerian Air Force and civil aviation,” Hassan said.
The partnership between NAMA and NAF represents a shared commitment to ensuring the safety and security of Nigeria’s airspace.
By fostering collaboration and pursuing innovative initiatives, both organisations aim to elevate the standards of airspace management and enhance the overall aviation landscape in Nigeria.
