In a significant step towards aligning Nigeria’s aviation standards with international best practices, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, has announced the release of a draft State Safety Program, SSP, a comprehensive framework aimed at enhancing aviation safety across the country.
The Acting Director General Capt. Chris Najomo concluded the drafting of the State Safety Program, an achievement symbolizing a significant step towards Nigeria’s full-scale program implementation, aligning with the stringent requirements of the International Civil Aviation Organization, ICAO.
The development of the SSP draft according to a statement by the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu is a testament to Nigeria’s commitment to adhering to ICAO Annex 19, which provides a comprehensive framework and strategic approach for managing aviation safety in line with international best practices.
“In light of this monumental progress, the Acting Director General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, invites stakeholders to contribute to the refinement of the SSP document.
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“Your valuable input is crucial to enhance the program’s relevance, coordination, and overall success, benefitting both the immediate safety and long-term security of our nation.
“The draft SSP document is accessible on the NCAA website www.ncaa.gov.na/ssp,” the statement read.
It added that feedback and suggestions should be submitted via the email addresses; horatius.egua@ncaa.gov.ng, Iteke@ifeanyi.iteke@ncad.gov.ng, shamsudden.dalhatu@ncaa.gov.ng,
on or before Monday, September 30, 2024.
Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority is the regulatory body for aviation in Nigeria. It became autonomous with the passing into law of the Civil Aviation Act 2006 by the National Assembly and assent of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
The Act not only empowers the Authority to regulate Aviation Safety without political interference, but also to carry out oversight functions of Airports, Airspace, Meteorological Services, as well as economic regulations of the industry.
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