New Book on people behind successes, failures of Nigeria’s aviation sector set for launch on July 4
A new book titled ‘Nigeria’s Aviation Sector: People, Behaviours Behind the Performances’ by Albinus Chiedu, a journalist and publisher of ‘Aviation Monitor’, is scheduled for launch on July 4th, 2024, at Golfview Hotels in GRA, Ikeja, Lagos. The event will commence at 11:00 AM.
The Honourable Minister of Aviation & Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo (SAN, CON, FCIArb (UK)), will be the Special Guest of Honour at the launch. The occasion will also see the presence of several key stakeholders from Nigeria’s aviation industry.
Notable dignitaries expected to attend include Capt. Chris Najomo, Nigeria’s Acting Director-General, Civil Aviation; Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, Managing Director/CEO of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria; Engr. Farouk Umar, Managing Director of the Nigeria Airspace Management Agency; and Prof. Charles Anosike, Director-General of the Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NiMet) and Nigeria’s Permanent Representative at the World Meteorological Organisation.
Other prominent guests include Mrs. Adenike Aboderin, Managing Director of SAHCO Plc; Mr. Indira Gupta, Group Managing Director of NAHCO; Dr. Allen Onyema, Chairman of Air Peace; and Dr. Gbenga Olowo, Chairman of Interguide Group.
The book will be reviewed by Dr. Richard Aisuebeogun, former Managing Director/CEO of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria.
Mrs. Okiemute Chiedu,
Project Coordinator, Aviation Monitor, explained that the book has 11 chapters drawn from comprehensive research.
According to Mrs Chiedu, the book provides a historical perspective while advocating for appropriate behaviours and conduct among individuals in both the public and private sectors of Nigeria’s aviation industry.
It also highlights the consequences of poor decisions and actions, emphasising the impact on the future generation of aviation professionals in the country.
The event promises to be a significant gathering for the aviation industry, reflecting on the insights and experiences encapsulated in Chiedu’s work.
