The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has announced its readiness to implement stricter enforcement measures to address the growing issue of airlines’ non-compliance with financial regulatory standards and obligations.
Director-General of Civil Aviation, Capt. Chris Najomo, disclosed this at the 2025 Civil Aviation Cost Recovery Optimization Stakeholders Retreat in Lagos.
Capt. Najomo condemned the persistent failure of some airlines to meet their financial obligations, describing it as a major threat to the sector’s stability.
To address this, the NCAA will introduce a Zero Debt Strategy beginning January 2026, which includes mandatory Advance Payment Guarantees (APG) from airlines.
The new framework aims to strengthen accountability, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure sustainable growth in line with the Federal Government’s economic agenda and the strategic initiatives of the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo.
The initiative is expected to promote a culture of compliance and responsibility among airlines, ultimately contributing to the growth and development of Nigeria’s aviation sector.