The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has suspended the licences of a ValueJet Pilot and Co-pilot for breach of aviation safety protocols at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja (Domestic Terminal) on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
According to the NCAA Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, who disclosed this in a press release, the action which involved failure to adhere to the mandatory pre-departure clearance procedures could endanger the lives of passengers and ground personnel.
The licences of the pilot, Captain Oluranti Ogoyi, and the co- pilot, First officer Ivan Oloba will remain suspended till investigation is carried out on the incident.
“The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) confirms that it has received reports concerning a serious breach of aviation safety protocols by a ValueJet pilot at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja (Domestic Terminal) on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
“Preliminary information indicates that the pilot in question commenced departure procedures from the designated bay without adhering to the mandatory pre-departure clearance protocols. This reckless action endangered the safety of ground personnel and other airport users, contravening established civil aviation regulations and international safety standards.
“The NCAA views this incident with utmost seriousness. Consequently, the Authority has taken immediate enforcement action by suspending the licences of the pilot, Captain Oluranti Ogoyi, and the co- pilot, First officer Ivan Oloba with immediate effect.
“This suspension will remain in place pending the conclusion of a full investigation into the incident. The Authorty hereby reaffirms all stakeholders of its commitment to safety. “, Achimugu wrote.
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