Posted by On the Senate floor, a measure to create the Federal College of Aviation Technology, Ilara-Remo, Ogun State, has passed second reading.
This came after the bill’s sponsor, Senator Olugbenga Daniel (APC Ogun East), presented the lead debate on the general principles of the “Federal College of Aviation Technology, Ilara-Remo, Ogun (Establishment) Bill, 2023” during plenary on Wednesday.
Daniel spearheaded the discussion, explaining that the goal of the October 10th first reading of the measure was to transform an existing Federal Technical College into a Federal College of Aviation Technology.
According to him, its objectives were to offer full-time courses in a range of aviation sector specializations, as well as to provide for the general college administration and related issues.
Aviation technology, according to the congressman, includes all of the different technological developments and advances that have influenced the aviation industry.
He emphasized that “technology has played a crucial role in improving the safety, efficiency, and capabilities of aircraft from the early days of aviation to the present.”
Daniel, the former governor of Ogun State, added that Nigerian aviation technology has advanced significantly over time.
“As the biggest economy in Africa, Nigeria has made significant advancements in the aviation sector, particularly in the areas of airports and infrastructure, navigation and communication systems, and aircraft maintenance and repair,” he stated.
Despite Nigeria’s notable advancements in aviation technology, he acknowledged that there remained unresolved issues.
The legislator listed a number of issues that needed to be resolved, including the requirement for ongoing funding for infrastructure development, improvements to safety and security protocols, and encouragement of aviation technology research and innovation.
“Nigeria can enhance its aviation industry, accelerate economic expansion, and foster connectivity on a national and global scale by tackling these obstacles,” he declared.