The Federal Government has expressed full assist for Baze College, Abuja, to determine a specialised Aviation College within the Federal Capital Territory, as a part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s aviation sector and shut essential abilities gaps.
Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Growth, gave the peace of mind when a delegation from Baze College, led by Datti Baba Ahmed, its Chancellor, paid him a courtesy go to on Thursday, in Abuja.
In a press release signed by Margaret Oyinboade, Head of Press and Public Affairs, Keyamo reaffirmed his dedication to nationwide improvement, stressing that the safety of Nigeria’s pursuits stays his foremost precedence.
He counseled Baba Ahmed for his ardour, imaginative and prescient, and resilience in selling high quality schooling, noting that the proposed Aviation College aligns with the nation’s drive to develop expert manpower within the aviation business.
The Minister expressed assist for the initiative, describing it as a strategic venture able to enhancing nationwide connectivity, strengthening Nigeria’s aviation ecosystem, and positioning the nation as a regional hub for aviation training in West Africa.
He emphasised that shut collaboration between the College and related departments and companies below the Ministry can be essential to the success of the venture.
To fast-track the method, Keyamo directed Yakubu Adam Kofarmata, Everlasting Secretary of the Ministry, to work intently with the College, aviation companies, and different key stakeholders to make sure the well timed completion of all necessities resulting in the required approvals.
In his remarks, Kofarmata assured the delegation that the Ministry would accord the venture precedence consideration, describing it as a strategic initiative that might contribute considerably to the expansion and sustainability of Nigeria’s aviation business.
He reiterated the Ministry’s dedication to making sure that every one procedural and regulatory steps are taken to facilitate the institution of the proposed establishment.
Earlier, Datti Baba Ahmed counseled the Minister and the Ministry for his or her assist. He highlighted Baze College’s progress from an preliminary enrolment of 17 college students in 2012 to over 500 graduates, stressing the establishment’s dedication to high quality schooling and nationwide illustration.
He disclosed that the proposed Baze Aviation College would provide programmes in Aviation Research, Aeronautical Engineering, Plane Administration, Air Visitors Management, and Meteorology, alongside complementary disciplines akin to Training, Healthcare, and Tourism. According to him, the initiative is designed to supply expert professionals important for Nigeria’s financial improvement and technological development.
Additionally talking, Abiodun Adeniyi, Registrar of Baze College, applauded the Minister, the Everlasting Secretary, and the Ministry’s administration for the nice and cozy reception, expressing confidence that the Aviation College can be established inside an affordable timeframe.
