The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), has unveiled the Directorate of Air Transport Regulation (DATR) Electronic Portal (E-Portal), marking another major step toward modernizing aviation processes.
The launch was held at the NCAA headquarters in Abuja, by the Acting Director-General, Captain Chris Najomo.
In his opening remarks, Najomo described the E-Portal as a single-window platform designed to modernize and streamline the processes and operations of DATR.
He emphasized its alignment with international best practices, aimed at enhancing service delivery and providing a seamless electronic interface for stakeholders in the aviation ecosystem.
Captain Najomo underscored the portal’s potential to define a new era of digital aviation processes characterized by innovation, efficiency, competence, and productivity.
The E-Portal, highlighted by the Director of DATR, Mrs. Olayinka Babaoye-Iriobe, offers features like process optimization, data centralization, real-time tracking, and improved transparency, aiming to enhance efficiency, foster innovation, and improve stakeholder operations in Nigeria’s aviation sector.
Key industry leaders, including the Chairman of United Nigeria Airlines, Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, and the CEO of Air Peace, Mr. Allen Onyema, praised the initiative.
Prof. Okonkwo commended Captain Najomo’s leadership, describing his appointment as “putting a round peg in a round hole.”
He noted that the E-Portal launch exemplifies the NCAA’s dedication to innovation and efficiency, significantly improving the ease of doing business in the aviation sector.
Similarly, Mr. Onyema applauded Captain Najomo’s commitment to transparency and adherence to global aviation standards.
“This initiative reflects the NCAA’s renewed dedication to fostering a business-friendly and efficient regulatory environment,” he said.
The launch of the E-Portal represents a landmark achievement for the NCAA, solidifying its position as a forward-thinking regulator in Nigeria’s aviation industry.
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