The Director General, Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt. Chris Najomo has bagged an Honorary Fellowship of the Nigerian Institution of Safety Engineers (NISafetyE) for ensuring safety standards in the aviation industry.
The Honorary Fellowship is conferred only on professionals who have prioritised safety in their carriers and workplace.
Also, two staff of NCAA were also conferred with the Fellowship of the Institution.
They include; Ini Udofia, Technical Assistant, and Dr. Iteke Ifeanyi, the General Manager, Air Operator Certification and Surveillance.
The National Chairman of NISafetyE, Oluseun Faluyi conferred the Fellowships on behalf of the Institution at the NCAA Corporate Headquarters in Abuja.
He said the institution recognised that many regulators, such as the NCAA, have engineers who are engaged in ensuring public safety, which is a cardinal responsibility of any responsible government.
Faluyi noted: “That is why we believe that you should be part of this professional circle of trust, where knowledge-sharing and technical expertise drive continuous improvement in safety standards” he stated..
“We see an opportunity for greater collaboration between the NCAA and NiSafetyE. “
Responding, Najomo said the aviation industry is where safety is paramount, stressing that the unique roles of safety engineers, and indeed other safety professionals such as pilots, air traffic controllers and occupational safety and health personnel cannot be overemphasised.
He stated: “From designing safer systems and structures to implementing robust safety management practices, indeed safety engineering is the backbone of aviation safety.
“It is through strategic collaboration, continuous innovation, and unwavering commitment to safety standards that we can achieve safer skies for all,” he noted.
Najomo said he sees an excellent opportunity for synergy and deeper collaboration between the NCAA and the Institution.
“Together, we can enhance our safety frameworks, share best practices, and develop capacity-building programs that empower the next generation of safety professionals,” he noted.