The Digest :
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has suspended the licences of ValueJet crew members, Captain Oluranti Ogoyi and First Officer Ivan Oloba, following a serious breach of aviation safety protocols at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport on August 5, 2025. The suspension is effective immediately as the investigation unfolds.
Key Points:
- NCAA suspended Captain Oluranti Ogoyi and First Officer Ivan Oloba’s licences.
- The suspension follows a breach of safety protocols at Abuja's Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.
- Preliminary information reveals the pilot started departure without pre-departure clearance.
- The suspension will last until a full investigation is completed.
- NCAA expresses seriousness about the safety breach.
- The event occurred on August 5, 2025, during routine airport operations.
- The action reflects the NCAA's commitment to upholding aviation safety standards.
The NCAA has taken decisive action by suspending the ValueJet crew following a serious safety violation. This reflects their firm stance on maintaining safety protocols in Nigerian aviation.
Sources: Daily Post Nigeria, NCAA statement.
