…urges operators to share information among themselves

LAGOS, NIGERIA – The Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), represented by Air Commodore Ahmed Madawaki, disclosed that it had directed the implementation of a one-stop joint monitoring screening system to avert clumsiness and touting in aviation operations.

“The Nigerian government, especially ONSA is concerned about the security of our airspace and airports.

“The mandate of the office is to coordinate the operations of relevant security agencies to ensure that the operations of the aviation sector is protected from acts of unlawful interferences.

“Security agencies are also required to collaborate with all operators to ensure their duties are carried out in the most efficient and professional manners.

“Currently, ONSA is developing a security threat assessment framework for all airports and airstrips in Nigeria in a multi stakeholder set up,”he said.

Madawaki urged operators in the industry to be security conscious and always share information among themselves to ensure the safety of both the airports and airspace.

“This symposium offers an invaluable platform for dialogue, partnership and innovation. It is, therefore, expected that we explore new strategies to ensure the safety of the airspace as a shared responsibility.

“In as much as the issue of security is broad, we must reaffirm our shared commitment to the principles of safety, vigilance and excellence that define global aviation standards,” he said.

Madawaki commended the organisers for the event in an era where global connectivity had become both a catalyst for progress and a challenge for safety.

“Aviation security stands as a cornerstone in safeguarding not only our airspace, but also our national integrity, and achieving this is only possible when robust, collaborative and forward-thinking frameworks are put in place.

“As we deliberate, let us bear in mind that security issues are multifaceted and in dealing with this, we must consider the forms and sources of threat.”