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COMMENDATIONS TRAIL NAMA’S PARTICIPATION AT LAGOS TRADE FAIR


 
 

The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency has been inundated with commendations from several callers at the agency’s stand at the just concluded 2014 Lagos International Trade Fair, for what most described as its very critical role in ensuring the safety and security of air travel in Nigeria.  Others commended NAMA for its efficient service delivery as an air navigation service provider. A legal practitioner, Mr Chika Ajaero described NAMA as ‘’a reasonable establishment.’’ He suggested a continuous interaction among flyers and aviation agencies to ensure harmony and co-operation in the overall interest of the safety of the Nigerian airspace. Mr Wole Afolahan, a staff of First City Monument Bank in his comment described NAMA as ‘’a critical institution made up of pleasant, erudite and very knowledgeable staff. He suggested that the agency’s ‘’ very laudable efforts at sustaining air safety should be complimented by airing its activities in the mass media on a frequent basis.’’ Organized by the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, this year’s fair with the theme: Promoting the Nigerian Economy as a Preferred Investment Destination attracted over 200 exhibitors and thousands of visitors from all over the world.

 

TECHNICAL COMMITTEE ON AVIATION STATISTICS MEETS IN OTTA, OGUN STATE

The Technical Committee on Aviation Statistical Data Reconciliation and Harmonization, comprising representatives of the Federal Ministry of Aviation and all parastatals under it as well as NAHCO Aviance and SAHCOL is scheduled to commence a crucial meeting today, 17th November, 2014 at the Bezer Hall and Resort Ltd, Otta, Ogun State. Supervised by the Federal Ministry of Aviation, the Five-day event ending on the 21st of November, 2014 is intended to reconcile and harmonize aviation data spanning three quarters (January-September, 2014) from cargo, air passenger, airline and aircraft movement. According to the GM PRS, Mrs Martha Sule, the reconciliation and harmonization of figures among these agencies is crucial as it would make for ‘’accurate, dependable and verifiable aviation sector data for stakeholders’ consumption and also create room for effective planning.’’

 

WOMEN IN AVIATION HOLDS ANNUAL CONFERENCE

 Annual Conference of Women in Aviation, Nigeria Chapter comes up between the 26th and 27th of November, 2014 with the theme: Inspiring the Next Generation. Activities lined up for the conference on the first day include Tours and Road shows, Essay Competition by selected schools, workshops, seminars and health talks at MMIA Conference Room, followed by a Novelty Match at the Murtala Mohammed Airport School, Ikeja by 4pm. Billed for the second day at Zen Garden, GRA Ikeja are Motivational Talks, Calisthenics, Scholarship Awards and a Gala Night. All aviation and stakeholders are expected to turn out en masse and grace the event.                                                                                                                  

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