FG Committed To Air Travellers Safety – Minister

The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to ensuring the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and reliability for air travelers, airlines, and all stakeholders.

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, in a statement by his spokesman, Tunde Moshood, on Tuesday, also promised to protect operators in the industry.

The PUNCH had on December 22, 2023, reported that Keyamo announced the appointment of new directors for the agencies under the ministry.

“All the newly appointed directors are to get in touch with the Director, Human Resources Department of the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development to collect their letters of appointment as the appointment is with immediate effect.

“Also, a new directorate called the Cargo Services has been created at the Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria to ameliorate issues besetting the sector,” Keyamo said in a release signed by the ministry’s Director of Press, Odutayo Oluseyi.

However, Keyamo said, on Tuesday, that the Federal Government will spare no effort in ensuring strict adherence to aerospace standards in the country.

The statement read, “In a bid to reinforce the industry’s global standing, the minister reassures all parties of his unwavering dedication to strict adherence to the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) minimal standards.

“One of the cornerstones of this commitment is the protection of operators within the industry. The office of the Minister emphasises its role as a facilitator, working collaboratively with airlines, service providers, and other stakeholders to create an environment conducive to growth and sustainability.

“Furthermore, the minister affirms his stance on non-interference in safety standards. Recognising the paramount importance of maintaining and elevating safety protocols, he pledges to uphold and support the decisions of aviation regulatory bodies, ensuring that safety remains a top priority.

“Together, we look forward to a future where safety, innovation, and collaboration define our shared journey.”