The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has appointed Zilcotech International limited as a consultant for the monitoring of illegal erection of high structures in the country.
This the regulatory agency said falls in line with section 35(h) of the Civil Aviation Act 2022; and Parts 12.1.7.1.3.1, 12.1.7.1.2 (2) and 12.1.7.1.6 of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Regulations, (Nig.CARs) 2015.
In a statement issued by.the General Manager, Public Affairs, NCAA, Mr Sam Adurogboye, Zilcotech engagement is coming after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) approval dated 17th November, 2022 and the agreement signed on 22nd of December, 2021 between the Authority and the firm.
Following this, a letter of introduction has been sent out to all the concerned operators and stakeholders in the industry.
The circular sent out by the NCAA stated:“We are confident that this collaboration will be beneficial to all stakeholders and the public at large as it concerns the enhancement of safety within the navigable airspace of Nigeria”.
The NCAA urged all stakeholders to cooperate with the consultant in the interest of safer skies with all payments accruing to the Authority on account of the attendant services to be made directly to NCAA and not to the Consultant.
The Authority while urging all concerned assured comply strictly to Safety Regulations and violations, however vowed to view any violation of the rules seriously.