President Tinubu expands Nigeria aviation college to six Geo-Political zones

January 09, 2025

By Ayinde Adeleke

Nigerian President, Bola Tinubu, has announced the expansion of the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology into six campuses across the country’s geo-political zones.

This strategic move aims to enhance Nigeria’s aviation sector by ensuring efficiency, national coverage, and smooth operations.

The six campuses will be located in Akure, Osubi, Ebonyi, Ilorin, Yola, and Zaria, representing the Southwest, South-South, Southeast, North Central, Northeast, and Northwest zones, respectively.

According to the Ondo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, this decision is a significant step towards revolutionizing the aviation sector in Nigeria.

The Government aims to provide greater access to aviation training and education, ultimately contributing to the growth and development of the sector.

The expansion of the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology is expected to have a positive impact on the country’s aviation industry, providing more opportunities for young Nigerians to pursue careers in aviation and related fields.

President Tinubu’s administration has demonstrated its commitment to investing in the country’s human capital and infrastructure, with a focus on driving growth and development in key sectors.