The Nigeria Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has inaugurated its new corporate headquarters and Air Traffic Management Centre in Abuja, the nation’s capital.
The project aims at enhancing operational efficiency, strengthening aviation safety, and promoting innovation in the country’s airspace management.
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, who presided over the groundbreaking ceremony at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja described the project as “A tangible demonstration of the unwavering commitment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to aviation safety, job creation, and critical infrastructure development.”
He noted that since its establishment, NAMA has operated without a permanent corporate headquarters, and the project presents an opportunity to honour the dedication of staff who work tirelessly to ensure the safety and smooth management of Nigeria’s airspace.
Keyamo emphasised that the new facility would “enhance operational efficiency, attract investment, strengthen safety architecture, promote innovation, and contribute to economic growth.” He affirmed that the project is being executed in strict compliance with Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) requirements and is scheduled for completion within 30 months.
Keyamo charged the contractor to treat the project as a national assignment, stressing that there must be no compromise on quality, specifications, or standards. He directed that all processes be properly monitored to ensure timely and standard delivery.
The contractor, NHB INTERBIZ PROJECT LTD, assured stakeholders of its commitment to delivering “a world-class edifice that meets all prescribed safety and structural standards within the agreed timeline.”
In his remarks, the Managing Director of NAMA, Engr. Farouk Ahmed Umar expressed profound appreciation to President Tinubu and the Honourable Minister for their support in actualising the long-awaited corporate headquarters. He described the development as monumental, noting that for over two decades, the agency has operated without a befitting office complex.
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Farouk further stated that the new Corporate Headquarters and Air Traffic Management Centre will “unify and modernise Nigeria’s Airspace Management system, enhance safety and innovation, reduce technical redundancies, and improve staff welfare.”
He appealed for sustained funding and robust monitoring, given the capital-intensive nature of the project.
In a goodwill message, the Director-General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Captain Chris Najomo, commended NAMA’s management for the laudable initiative, stating that “the project aligns with global best practices and will further elevate Nigeria’s aviation sector.”
He reaffirmed NCAA’s commitment to providing necessary regulatory and certification support.