The Federal Government has nominated Capt. Chris Najomo as the substantive Director-General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). According to a source close to the National Assembly, Najomo’s name was submitted to the Senate on Friday for screening and confirmation.
The nomination, reportedly championed by Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development Festus Keyamo, highlights Najomo’s extensive experience, having worked closely with the minister for over a year. If confirmed,
Najomo will head the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), overseeing the country’s aviation sector.
Najomo was nominated the acting Director-General Civil Aviation (ADGCA) on December 13, 2023 when he was appointed by President Bola Tinubu when Capt. Musa Nuhu, the substantive DG was suspended from office.
When contacted for comments, Mr. Michael Achimugu, the Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, NCAA, declined to confirm the nomination of Najomo.
Rather, he directed our correspondent who enquired about Najomo’s nomination to the presidency or the National Assembly.
He said: “This is not my purview. I cannot answer the question. Perhaps, the presidency or National Assembly may confirm.”