Nigerian Airspace Management Agency
NAMA
About
The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) is a parastatal under the Federal Ministry of Aviation responsible for regulating air travel and aviation services in Nigeria. It oversees air navigation services within the Nigerian Flight Information Region and has its head office in Abuja. The agency is led by a part-time chairman, appointed by the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, who heads the governing board for a four-year term. Its work includes developing airspace infrastructure such as upgrades to the country's air traffic management system.
History
The agency was established by Act of Parliament No. 48 and commenced operations in Nigeria on 29 May 1999. It is headed by a chairman appointed by the President for a four-year term, subject to National Assembly approval, who is responsible for providing safe, efficient, effective and economic Air Navigation Services within the agency's jurisdiction. Tayib Odunowo previously served as chairman, followed by Lawrence Mathew Pwajok as acting managing director. Farouk Ahmed Umar was appointed as the current chairman in December 2023.
Key Facts
Established
1979
Headquarters
Plot 47, Kilometer 8, Umaru Yar' Adua Expressway, Airport Road, Abuja
Managing Director/Chief Executive
Engr. Farouk Ahmed Umar
Jurisdiction
Nigerian Flight Information Region
Abbreviation
NAMA
Website
nama.gov.ng