LAGOS – Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, the Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), has reiterated her dedication to skilled excellence by its ongoing obligation to the Airport Administration Skilled Accreditation Programme (AMPAP).
Talking on the latest AMPAP Alumni Meet and Greet in Lagos On the AMPAP Alumni Meet and Greet in Lagos, Kuku expressed her profound appreciation for the enlightening expertise gained by the programme.
In line with her, the worth gained, prolonged past the curriculum, highlighting the essential alternative to construct camaraderie, alternate views and perceive numerous approaches to problem-solving amongst her colleagues.
Kuku famous that the programme’s effectiveness stemmed from its sensible strategy, utilising real-life case research to reinforce understanding and software in present skilled roles.
She significantly lauded the interactive construction, which she mentioned inspired lively participation and emphasised the applying of realized ideas by displays.
She clarified that the displays weren’t about discovering definitive solutions, however relatively about demonstrating the power to successfully apply and talk acquired information for sensible implementation.
Additionally, Kuku acknowledged the numerous dedication required for the programme, which included foundational and elective programs, and urged members to stay devoted to its completion.
She additional harassed the significance of scheduling and prioritising the programme to make sure its profitable conclusion and the attainment of a globally acknowledged qualification.
Mrs. Kuku inspired attendees to totally interact within the networking session, expressing her eagerness to proceed fostering connections and collaborating on revolutionary options for airport administration in a relaxed and conducive surroundings.
Additionally, Oluwasola Awe, the Board Member, representing Africa within the AMPAP IAP Alumni Group, showcased Nigeria’s exceptional journey in advancing airport administration experience.
She counseled FAAN for its steadfast funding in skilled improvement.
She emphasised that FAAN’s involvement with AMPAP started in 2008, however the programme initially confronted logistical challenges and shifting priorities.
She nonetheless mentioned that the group had a breakthrough when three decided people – Emmanuel Chidera, Kabir Yusuf Mohammed and Vivian Meyanga efficiently accomplished this system in 2014.
Awe expressed that their resilience exemplified the dedication required to realize lasting success.
In line with her, since 2014 FAAN had emerged as a number one contributor to Nigeria’s rising pool of Worldwide Airport Professionals (IAPs).
She identified that out of Nigeria’s 46 licensed IAPs, 41 had been FAAN workers, thereby additional solidifying the nation’s standing as a pacesetter in airport administration throughout Africa.
She mentioned: “It is a exceptional achievement, putting Nigeria on the forefront of airport administration experience in Africa.”
Nigeria now ranks alongside South Africa, Ghana, and Tanzania as key gamers on this discipline, with 159 IAPs collectively throughout 23 African nations.
Awe reiterated that the aviation business should stay proactive in addressing future challenges, significantly with synthetic intelligence quickly reshaping international industries.
Citing the World Financial Discussion board’s Way forward for Jobs Report 2025, the AMPAP Alumni board member warned that almost 40 per cent of at this time’s expertise risked turning into out of date, stressing that steady studying and strategic management had been essential for staying forward.
On this regard, Awe counseled FAAN’s senior administration for enrolling within the AMPAP programme, saying this demonstrated a dedication to fostering management from inside.
The subsequent AMPAP IAP commencement is ready to happen in September 2025 throughout the Worldwide Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Meeting in Montreal, marking one other milestone in Nigeria’s rising affect in international aviation management.
