The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has successfully met the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Trainers Plus requirements, earning the prestigious Gold Member status in a significant milestone for aviation training and capacity development in Nigeria.
The FAAN Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Henry Agbebire, who disclosed this in a press release said the certification is a mark of global excellence in aviation training.
This achievement, valid from January Ist 2026 to December 31st 2026, is a reflection of FAAN’s sustained commitment to excellence, global best practices, and the continuous professional development of aviation personnel.
The achievement is a testament of the dedication to human resource development championed by the Managing Director/Chief Executive of FAAN, Mrs Olubunmi Kuku.
The ICAO Trainers Plus Programme is a globally recognized framework that ensures aviation training organizations meet stringent international standards for instructor competency, training delivery, and quality assurance.
By attaining Gold Member status, FAAN has demonstrated full compliance with ICAO’s rigorous benchmarks, positioning the Authority as a leading aviation training institution not only in Nigeria but across Africa. This recognition further strengthens FAAN’s role in promoring safe, elicient, and sustainable airport operations in line with incemational aviation
The Authority has also successfully attained two internationally recognised certifications: ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management System) and ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management System).
The certifications were awarded by MSECB, Canada, following a comprehensive and independent audit of FAAN’s systems and operations.
This achievement confirms that FAAN’s operational processes meet global standards for quality management, environmental responsibility, and continual improvement. It underscores the Authority’s commitment to delivering efficient, safe, and customer-focused airport services, while promoting sustainable environmental practices across all FAAN-managed airports.
The attainment of these certifications further strengthens FAAN’s institutional credibility and positions Nigeria’s airports to compete more effectively on the global aviation stage.
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