Staff shortage hits airspace agency as over 100 controllers approach retirement

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A massive staff shortage is set to hit the airspace management section of airports nationwide, as over 100 current Air Traffic Controller Officers (ATCOs) are due for retirement.

The Guardian learnt that the growing scarcity of critical workforce was worsened by the addition of more airports without commensurate moves to employ technical skills for efficient services.

They have been engaged in a running battle with poor infrastructure, decrepit facilities and manpower in the last couple of years. About nine members have died in active service in the last two years. Haske said the management envisaged a gap in the number of ATCOs and put in place a plan to recruit at least 100 personnel between 2022 and 2028.

He added that a basic ATC Course was ongoing at the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology , Zaria, for 40 cadets, and another set would resume as soon as Zaria has space.

 

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