Tinubu’s Bold Reform: Aviation College Now Represented in Every Geo-Political Zone”
By Hon. Sulaimon Fatai Adeshola, Managing Director, Braincrest Nigeria Limited & APC Chieftain, Ikorodu Local Government, Lagos State
In a bold and visionary move that has been hailed across the nation, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has once again demonstrated his unwavering commitment to inclusivity, equity, and national development.
In what many analysts describe as a watershed moment in Nigeria’s history, the President has approved the restructuring of the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), Zaria, into six campuses spread across the six geo-political zones of the country.
The newly approved campuses will be located as follows:
Akure (Southwest)
Osubi (South-South)
Ebonyi (Southeast)
Ilorin (North Central)
Yola (Northeast)
Zaria (Northwest – the historic pioneer campus)
This landmark reform ensures that the benefits of aviation training, innovation, and research are no longer concentrated in one region but equitably distributed across the federation.
A Step Toward Inclusivity and Unity
The initiative is not merely an expansion of infrastructure—it is a clear recognition of Nigeria’s diversity and a deliberate effort to foster unity through shared opportunities. By establishing aviation training centers in every geopolitical zone, President Tinubu has effectively brought the aviation sector closer to the people, opening doors for countless young Nigerians to pursue careers in aviation without the limitations of distance and cost.
Economic and Professional Impact
Observers have commended this decision as a testament to the President’s understanding that true development lies in balance, fairness, and accessibility. Aviation professionals also note that decentralizing training hubs will:
Boost regional economies,
Create jobs, and
Strengthen Nigeria’s capacity as a continental leader in air transport and logistics.
A Bold Statement of Leadership
Indeed, this initiative is more than just a policy—it is a bold statement that every region matters and every Nigerian deserves a chance to soar. With this landmark recognition of the six geopolitical zones, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has etched his name as a leader who listens, who acts, and who dares to reshape the future of Nigeria.
