Air traffic controllers in Nigeria have threatened to withdraw their services over the deteriorating condition of the country’s aviation communication and surveillance infrastructure.
The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) raised the concern during its 55th Annual General Meeting held on November 10, 2026.
The association’s National President, Edino Amos, expressed dissatisfaction with the slow pace of improvements in the equipment used to coordinate aircraft movements and maintain flight safety.
He explained that air traffic controllers depend on reliable communication systems and surveillance technology to monitor aircraft, communicate with pilots and ensure safe flight operations.
The association warned that continued use of ageing and unreliable equipment could create serious operational risks.
It also called on the Federal Government and relevant aviation authorities to urgently address the situation, warning that industrial action could become necessary if its concerns remain unresolved.
The development has raised fresh concerns about Nigeria’s aviation infrastructure, particularly the systems responsible for managing aircraft movements.
If the threatened strike goes ahead, flight operations could be disrupted, potentially affecting airlines and passengers across the country.
