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Introduction

The Nigerian aviation industry enjoyed rapid growth from the oil boom period of the early 1970's till the era of military exploitation. During the pre-military era, the industry metamorphosed into a multi-faceted, profit driven sector of the national economy. There was tremendous growth in the number of operators, airports and passenger traffic. However, the industry witnessed serious decline due mainly to growing cost, poor management, bad policies and unfriendly investment environment during past military administrations.

With the restoration of democratic ideals, genuine demonstration on the part of Government to deregulate the economy and growing investor confidence in the Nation, the stage is set for a vibrant and profitable aviation sector.

Before 1950, aviation matters were treated as part of the Public Works Department. That year, however, saw the creation of the Department of Civil Aviation in the Public Service of Nigeria. At independence in 1960, the department was relocated as a portfolio in the Ministry of Transport. Subsequently, it became a separate Ministry.

Functions of the Ministry

The functions and responsibilities of the Ministry include:

• Formulation and implementation of policies and programmes to provide a conducive aviation environment in line with the conventions of international agreement;
  

• Over-all supervision and regulation of the civil aviation industry, including airport development & management, manpower development etc.
  

• Development and management of airports;
  

• Provision of air safety and other aeronautical services in all airports within Nigeria;
  

• Provision of meteorological facilities and overseeing of training in the fields of aviation meteorological services;
  

• Issuance of airline permit and licenses;
  

• Affiliation with international bodies in Aviation, Meteorological and other related fields;
  

• Supervision of related parastatals