MD, NAMA Dines with world aviation leaders in China

NAMA Takes Centre Stage at Singapore Airshow as MD/CE Engr. Farouk Ahmed Umar Dines with COMAC and Global Aviation Leaders

The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA), Engr. Farouk Ahmed Umar, FNSE, FCIA, MCOREN, NPOM (Danmajen Gwandu / Gamjin Kabi), made a strong impression for Nigeria and Africa at the Singapore Airshow 2026, participating in a high-level dinner with representatives from the Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC) and distinguished stakeholders from across the global aviation industry.

This strategic interaction, held on the sidelines of the airshow, highlighted NAMA’s active participation in one of the world’s most prestigious aerospace gatherings and reinforced Nigeria’s growing influence in global air navigation and aviation safety. Industry leaders at the dinner acknowledged NAMA’s reputation as Africa’s leading airspace management authority, widely recognised for operating the safest and most efficient airspace on the continent.

Celebrating its 10th edition and 20 years of growth, Singapore Airshow 2026 offers a vital platform for collaboration among aviation regulators, manufacturers, operators, and policymakers. NAMA’s presence and high-level engagements at the event underscore Nigeria’s renewed commitment to international best practices, strategic partnerships, and positioning its airspace as a trusted hub for global aviation traffic.

This participation builds on Nigeria’s recent aviation milestones, including the successful hosting of the first-ever Nigeria International Airshow in December 2025, driven by the vision of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR and the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo Esq, SAN, CON, FCIArb (UK). Together, these developments affirm Nigeria’s clear intent to remain a key player in the global aviation and aerospace ecosystem.

*Danmajen Gwandu Media Team*