Keyamo Opens 54th NATCA AGM, Emphasizes Human Capacity Building - By Daisy BARRO

The Honorable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, declared open the 54th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Nigeria Air Traffic Controllers' Association (NATCA), emphasizing the importance of human capacity building in the aviation industry.

The event, themed "The Human Edge: Capacity Building in the Next Generation Air Traffic Management," underscores the Ministry's commitment to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda, focusing on advancing excellence and innovation through sustained human capital development in Nigeria's aviation sector.

Keyamo commended NATCA for its dedication to safety and professionalism in air traffic management, stating that human capacity remains the most critical component of aviation safety and efficiency. He assured that the Ministry will continue to prioritize training, retraining, and the creation of an enabling environment for aviation professionals to thrive.

"The global aviation industry is evolving toward next-generation air traffic management systems, and Nigeria must strategically invest in its workforce to remain competitive and compliant with international standards," Keyamo noted.

The AGM provides a platform for air traffic controllers, regulators, and aviation experts to deliberate on issues affecting the profession and explore strategies to enhance operational efficiency, safety, and service delivery across the nation's airspace.

The event was attended by top officials from the Ministry, Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA), and other industry stakeholders.

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