The newly appointed permanent secretary of the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Dr. Ibrahim Kana has pledged to use his office to ensure the growth of the newly established African Aviation and Aerospace University (AAAU).
Kana made this pledge when he visited the university on January 9, 2025, marking his first engagement with AAAU since his deployment, as he aimed to familiarise himself with the university’s operations and progress. Accompanied by ministry officials, he was warmly welcomed by AAAU staff, led by the registrar, Mustapha Abdullahi.
The visit began with an introductory session featuring presentations from both AAAU staff and the Permanent Secretary’s entourage, followed by a detailed overview of AAAU presented by the Registrar.
In his presentation, the Registrar provided a comprehensive overview of the university’s journey, highlighting its achievements, affiliations, collaborations, staff training initiatives, ongoing projects and the challenges it faces.
Kana praised the university’s leadership and staff for their dedication to advancing aviation and aerospace education in Nigeria. He expressed admiration for AAAU’s accomplishments and committed the ministry’s full support to furthering the institution’s development.
The visit concluded with a tour of AAAU’s facilities, including its initial campus and its permanent site along Bill Clinton Drive, Airport Road, Abuja, where various construction projects are currently underway.
Kana’s visit reaffirms the ministry’s commitment to nurturing innovation and excellence in Nigeria’s aviation and aerospace sector, with AAAU playing a pivotal role in shaping the industry’s future.
