NCAA DG Capt Chris Najomo: NASF Demands Immediate Resignation Amid Regulatory Missteps

• The National Aviation Stakeholders Forum (NASF) has demanded the resignation of Capt. Chris Najomo, Director-General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA).
• The NASF is urging lawmakers to probe the 5% Ticket Service Charge (TSC), which has been at the center of regulatory disputes between airlines and the NCAA.
• Najomo's leadership style has come under intense scrutiny, with many industry stakeholders calling for greater accountability from regulators.

The NASF has also called for an investigation into the 5% TSC, which is a contentious issue that has been at the center of regulatory disputes between airlines and the NCAA.

The National Aviation Stakeholders Forum (NASF) has launched a scathing attack on the Director-General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt. Chris Najomo, demanding his immediate resignation. The NASF accused the NCAA DG of regulatory missteps and incompetence, citing various instances where he allegedly failed to uphold industry standards. According to sources close to the matter, the NASF has been critical of Najomo's leadership style for some time, but their latest salvo is seen as a call to action by lawmakers in Nigeria. The group is urging the House of Representatives to launch an investigation into the NCAA DG's handling of the 5% Ticket Service Charge (TSC), which has been at the center of controversy in recent months.

The demand for Najomo's resignation is not without precedent. In Nigeria, the Director-General of the NCAA serves at the pleasure of the President, but their removal follows a structured disciplinary procedure as outlined in relevant laws and government circulars, often requiring specific grounds and potentially a recommendation from the National Assembly. However, any attempt to remove Najomo would likely face significant opposition from his supporters within the aviation industry. The NASF has also called for an investigation into the 5% TSC, which is a contentious issue that has been at the center of regulatory disputes between airlines and the NCAA. Under Nigerian law, the TSC is mandated to be used for safety and security purposes, but its collection and use have been marred by controversy in recent years.

The NASF's demand for Najomo's resignation has sent shockwaves through the Nigerian aviation sector, with many industry stakeholders calling for greater accountability from regulators. The crisis has also raised concerns about potential disruptions to regulatory compliance and business operations in the sector. Lawyers advising clients in the Nigerian aviation sector should be on high alert, as the situation is likely to have far-reaching implications for companies operating in the country. As one industry expert noted, 'the stability of the regulatory environment is crucial for the growth and development of the aviation sector.' The NASF's call for Najomo's resignation has put a spotlight on the need for greater transparency and accountability within the NCAA.

Lawyers advising clients in the Nigerian aviation sector should watch for potential disruptions to regulatory compliance and business operations following the call for the NCAA DG's resignation.

Source: Original reporting via Aviation Crisis: Group Demands NCAA DG’s Resignation, Urges Reps to Probe 5% TSC