Aviation Watch... Enter The Significance of The newly inaugurated NCAA, NSIB Aviation Safety Committee

 Nigeria’s civil aviation isn’t just about planes taking off and landing – it’s the lifeblood of a nation that’s rapidly connecting people, goods, and ideas across Africa and beyond. From bustling Lagos to the remote towns of the Niger Delta, the sector fuels trade, tourism, and job creation, turning the country into a true aviation hub on the continent 🌍.

On Wednesday, Capt. Chris Najomo, the Director‑General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), officially launched the National Operational Safety Committee (NOSC) as the cornerstone of the National Operational Safety Program (NOSP). This first‑of‑its‑kind committee sits at the operational tier of the State Safety Programme (SSP) and is tasked with advising the National Executive Safety Committee (NESC) on safety matters 

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) is a key partner in this initiative, working hand‑in‑hand with the NCAA to adopt a tiered safety‑management approach. Together they aim to identify, assess, and mitigate operational risks, ensuring that safety deficiencies are addressed before they become incidents 

NOSC’s mandate is crystal clear: it will establish and review the state’s operational safety risk profile, develop corrective action plans, manage change processes to spot new hazards, and monitor overall safety performance. The committee meets quarterly, both in person and virtually, bringing together the Flight Standards Group, operators, service providers, and NSIB representatives to keep the aviation ecosystem tight and responsive 

In his address to the newly sworn‑in members, Capt. Najomo stressed that serving on NOSC is a national duty that must be taken “with the utmost seriousness.” He linked the committee’s work to the Federal Government’s five‑point agenda, especially the drive to meet ICAO safety standards and boost Nigeria’s safety rating ¹. His message was a rallying cry: “We need to be meticulous in attention to detail and beg God to help us end well,” echoing the same resolve he showed when confirmed as DG 

The program’s significance goes beyond compliance – it positions Nigeria to meet international safety obligations, attract more airlines, and, most importantly, safeguard the flying public. By embedding a robust SSP, the NCAA is laying the groundwork for a safer, more reliable aviation sector that can underpin the country’s economic ambitions 

#NigeriaAviationSafety – the future is bright, and with Capt. Najomo’s leadership and the collaborative spirit of NOSC and NSIB, the nation is set to soar to new heights of safety and excellence. ✈️🚀

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