Mamaj Aviation Consult Limited Holds 8th Annual Explore Aviation Careers Conference

Mamaj Aviation Consult Limited will host its 8th annual Explore Aviation Careers Conference on Friday, October 4, 2024, in Lagos. This year’s event, aimed at promoting aviation careers development, continues the company’s efforts to engage young Nigerians in aviation. It seeks to attract aspiring professionals into the aviation industry through mentorship, guidance, and career-building opportunities. The aviation careers development opportunities, underscores the event’s purpose. The conference, scheduled to take place at the Nigerian Civil Aviation Annex, MMIA, Lagos, will begin promptly at 9 a.m.

The theme of this year’s edition is “Proactive Approach to Capacity Building in the Aviation Industry. “According to the event’s convener, Joy Ogbebo, the annual conference serves as a career initiative for young Nigerians. It is designed to inspire them to pursue various professions within the aviation sector through mentorship and guidance. This initiative also aligns with the Minister of Aviation’s agenda to enhance human capacity within the aviation industry. Moreover, Mamaj Aviation Consult remains dedicated to creating aviation careers development opportunities through its various initiatives.

Over the years, Mamaj Aviation Consult has steadily built a strong reputation as a platform advocating for aviation career growth. Moreover, it connects aspiring professionals, stakeholders, and training organizations, guiding students from primary to tertiary education in aviation careers. Additionally, the conference offers stakeholders, aviation training organizations, and professionals a valuable opportunity to engage with young participants interested in aviation. Ultimately, the main objective of the conference is to mentor and introduce the next generation of aviation professionals to various career paths.

Furthermore, attendees will learn how to make informed career choices, understand essential skills, and appreciate the strategic roles aviators play. Additionally, the conference offers a space for networking, where aspiring and established aviation professionals can exchange knowledge and connect with relevant training organizations.

This annual event, a non-profit initiative, receives funding primarily from aviation agencies, corporate sponsors, airlines, and private contributors. Also, the invited speakers this year include notable industry leaders. Engr. Umar Farouk, MD/CEO of NAMA, will deliver the keynote address. Other speakers include George Uriesi, COO of Ibom Air, Capt. Donald Tonye Spiff, Director of Operations, Licensing and Training, Mr. Bankole Bernard, GMD/CEO of Finchglow Group, Mrs. Victoria Adegbe, CEO of Aviatrix Hub, and Olakunmi Odumosu, Head of IT at Bellagio Air. 

With these industry leaders sharing insights, participants will have the chance to gain invaluable knowledge and guidance.