July 01, (THEWILL) — Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, has commended the Banjul Accord Group Aviation Safety Oversight Organisation (BAGASOO) for its impactful contributions to aviation safety in the sub-region.
Speaking at the ongoing BAGASOO inaugural Safety Conference in Abuja, the Minister noted that the two-day event coincides with the celebration of BAGASOO’s 15th anniversary, drawing aviation safety experts, regulators, and stakeholders across West and Central Africa and beyond.
He stated that BAGASOO has evolved into a model of regional cooperation, strengthening safety oversight, regulatory harmonisation, and capacity building across its Member States.
Represented by Dr Ibrahim Kana, the Permanent Secretary at the ministry, Keyamo reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to supporting BAGASOO’s mission, stating that “together, we can build an aviation ecosystem that is resilient, inclusive, and forward-looking.”
Earlier, the Executive Director of BAGASOO, Jailza Soraya, expressed gratitude to all member states and stakeholders for their unwavering support over the past 15 years.
She highlighted the organisation’s evolution from a visionary idea into a recognised force in aviation safety, citing progress made in harmonised regulatory oversight, training, and strategic partnerships.
Also, the Director General of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) and Chairman of BAGASOO Board of Directors, Capt. Chris Najomo, applauded BAGASOO’s achievements in audit coordination, inspector training, and integration of aviation security within oversight systems.
“This milestone is a testament to visionary leadership and enduring commitment to excellence”, he remarked.
On her part, the Secretary General of the African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC), Mrs Adefunke Adeyemi, also commended the organisation for emerging as a key cornerstone in regional cooperation and capacity development, not only within the West African sub-region, but across the entire African continent.
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