Nigeria Faces Safety Threat from Growing Aviation Fuel Black Market

Chri Ndulue, Chairman of Ndano Energy and former Managing Director of Arik Air, expressed concerns about the growing black market for aviation fuel in Nigeria, emphasizing the safety risks it poses. He called for Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to strengthen regulatory frameworks to prevent malpractices and prioritize safety and security in the aviation fuel market.

Festu Keyamo, Minister of Aviation, echoed the importance of ensuring the quality and safety of aviation fuel to support airline operations. The stakeholders emphasized collaboration and regulatory guarantees to enhance safety and quality standards in the aviation fuel sector.