Kana, New Aviation Permanent Secretary Refutes Receiving Directive to Revive National Carrier Project
Ibrahim Abubakar Kana the new Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development has clarified that while delivering his inaugural speech on 6th January, 2025 during the hand-over ceremony, he never said that there is a mandate to revive the unsuccessful Nigeria Air deal with Ethiopian airline.
Kana who disclosed this in a press statement took over from Emmanuel Meribole at the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development in Abuja .He said since he delivered his inaugural speech during the hand-over ceremony, he has been overwhelmed with questions about his reference to the revival of the National Carrier Project.
He stated that he was referring to the general vision of the Administration to still consider a National Carrier Project if it is favourable to the country and under the guidance and directives of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace, Festus Keyamo .
His words,” It is with great honor and a deep sense of responsibility that I address you today. As we chart the course for the continued growth and development of Nigeria’s aviation and aerospace sector.
“Since my inaugural statement on Monday at the hand-over ceremony, I have been inundated with inquiries about my reference to the revival of the National Carrier Project.
“For the avoidance of doubt I never said that there is a mandate to revive the botched Nigeria Air deal with Ethiopian airline. I received no such instruction. I was only referring to the general vision of the Administration to still consider a National Carrier Project if it is favourable to the country and under the guidance and directives of Mr. President and the Honourable Minister of Aviation. I hope this clarifies all the ambiguities surrounding my earlier statement on this issue.
“On a personal note, I pledge absolute loyalty to the Honourable Minister and remain dedicated to working closely with him to drive the Ministry’s agenda forward. Together, we will ensure that the future of aviation in Nigeria is bright, innovative, and reflective of the aspirations of our great nation.” he said.
