(L/R) Director PACP, NAMA,Dr Abdullahi Musa, Managing Director, Engr Farouk Ahmed Umar, Co-Founders NAHF, Wole Shadare and Gboyega Adeoye, presenting the nomination letter
As the drum for the 2027 Nigeria Aviation Hall of Fame (NAHF), begins to gather audible volume, the Managing Director/Chief Executive of the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA), Engr. Farouk Ahmed Umar, has been notified of his selection for induction.
A release signed by the Director of Public Affairs and Consumers Protection for NAMA, Dr Abdullahi Musa, indicated that Engr Umar was counted worthy for induction into the Hall of Fame as a result of his transparent leadership style and the impeccable track record that follows.
The formal notification letter, dated 21st September 2026, Musa said, was presented, by the two founders of the organization, Wole Shadare and Gboyega Adeoye in Abuja on Wednesday.
According to the notification letter, the recognition is in acknowledgement of Engr. Umar’s leadership, professional contributions and reforms in airspace management and air navigation safety in Nigeria.
The Nigeria Aviation Hall of Fame further noted that the induction would provide a platform for advocacy, partnership and mentorship within the aviation industry, while his contributions would be documented in the NAHF Gallery and Compendium.
The induction ceremony is scheduled for April 2027, with further details on the programme and documentation requirements to be communicated in due course.
The Board and Management of the NAHF congratulated the NAMA boss on the recognition and expressed its anticipation of celebrating the occasion with him.
