Nigeria’s Air Traffic Engineers Get Commendation
Air Traffic Engineers in the country have been commended for individual and collective efforts in ensuring that communication and navigational equipment and infrastructure placed under their care are functioning optimally at all times.
Engr.Terese Ihenachor, Director Safety Electronics and Engineering Services (DSEES), who made the commendation at the Annual General Meeting of the National Association of Air Traffic Engineers (NAAE) Lagos chapter, said the chapter’s age-long tradition of organizing and holding local AGMs was commendable as it brought ATSEPs in the chapter together to interact, share ideas and socialize adding, that AGMs were essential for appraisal of past events and making projections for the future, and encouraged them to sustain the progressive spirit.
Represented by Engr Ishaya Dung, General Manager, Workshop, Planning and Logistics, Engr Ihenachor, assured them that NAMA management under the dynamic leadership of Engr. Ahmed Umar Farouk, FNSE will continue to do her best in providing adequate spares, tools and training to support their efforts.
She urged them to keep up the good work and improve on areas of deficiencies in order to consolidate on the gains in providing safe, economic and expeditious air navigation.
According to her, the theme ‘The ATSEP Mindset for Impact’ was apt adding that their work does not just keep the lights on, but keeps the skies safe, the industry moving, and the world connected.
Engr. Ihenachor noted that Air Traffic Safety Electronics Personnel (ATSEP) played a critical role in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and reliability of global aviation systems adding, that their mindset, the attitude, approach, and outlook they provide to their work was fundamental in achieving maximum impact in their professional contributions.
“Embracing a safety-first mindset means prioritizing proactive maintenance, risk assessment, and compliance with stringent regulatory standards. This commitment ensures that aviation infrastructure remains robust and dependable.”
She reminded the engineers that ATSEP mindset for impact was a blend of technical expertise, ethical responsibility, and a dedication to growth noting that by embracing these principles, ATSEP professionals not only ensure safe skies but also lead the way in shaping the future of aviation.
Also in his welcome address, the Lagos State Chapter Chairman, Engr Bolaji Ahmed, expressed gratitude to the participants for their dedication and continued support.
Ahmed said “As we gather here today, we are reminded of the journey we’ve undertaken together, the challenges we’ve faced, the milestones we’ve achieved and the shared commitment to promoting our Association as well being Air Navigation Service Providers.”
He said the dedication and passion of engineering community have been the the driving force for what they have accomplished so far. He noted that there has achieved high success rate of both foreign and local training, and enviable welfare packages.
“This event marks another chapter in our ongoing pursuit of excellence, innovation and collaboration. Over the course of this event, we will have the opportunity to share ideas, discuss pressing issues and explore new ways to strengthen our collective impact.”
Meanwhile, NAAE Lagos State chapter has elected new executives to run the affairs of the Association. They include, ATSEP Bolaji Ahmed, Chairman ATSEP Nneka Ezike, Vice Chairman ATSEP Lilian Uzodiagu, Secretary ATSEP Mary Adeyeye, Financial Secretary
ATSEP Hope Agala, Treasurer and ATSEP Joy Ijehon – Public Relations Officer
The new executives will steer the affairs of the Association for the next two years.
