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NAAPE Dares Orji Kalu To Prove Shocking Drug Allegations Against Nigerian Pilots.
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According to Nivo News, the association described the Senator’s comments as baseless, misleading, and damaging to the reputation of aviation professionals in the country. In a statement issued by its Public Relations Officer, Engr. Blessing Ahmadu, NAAPE urged the former governor to immediately present verifiable proof of his allegations to the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) and the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), or issue a public apology to the aviation community.
The association condemned the remarks made by Kalu during a recent plenary session at the National Assembly, stressing that they amount to a malicious attack on the integrity and professionalism of Nigerian aviators.
“NAAPE categorically refutes the broad and unsubstantiated claim that Nigerian pilots fly under the influence of narcotics,” the statement read. “Such baseless statements not only distort public perception but also undermine the rigorous safety standards that guide aviation operations in Nigeria.”
The association emphasized that every pilot in the country operates under strict regulatory, medical, and ethical standards as set by the NCAA in accordance with International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) requirements. These standards prohibit the use of any psychoactive substances and require regular and random drug and alcohol testing as part of ongoing certification and safety compliance.
Reaffirming its trust in the NCAA and its oversight functions, NAAPE noted that Nigeria’s aviation sector remains one of the safest in Africa due to adherence to international best practices and continuous professional development. It warned that unfounded allegations could erode public confidence in the industry and demoralize dedicated professionals.
President of NAAPE, Capt. Bunmi Gindeh, also reacted, insisting that the burden of proof rests solely on the person making such claims. “It is unacceptable to make unsubstantiated allegations against a community of highly trained professionals,” he said. “Anyone making such assertions must back them with evidence or retract them with a public apology. It is unfair to generalize and suggest that Nigerian pilots operate aircraft while intoxicated when our members undergo some of the most rigorous medical and professional screening anywhere in the world.”
Gindeh further expressed disappointment that a former airline operator like Kalu would make such sweeping claims, adding that aviation professionals have consistently maintained an impeccable safety record built on discipline and global standards.
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