Abuja, Nigeria – To address the dearth of manpower in the aviation sector, the Federal Government has approved the listing of Eastwing Aviation Training Institute under the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).

Having met the technical evaluation by the FG, the Institute can now commence the admission process of students through the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB). Upon their studies, students will be awarded national and higher national diplomas.

Speaking on approval, the founder and CEO of Eastwing Aviation, Dr Christopher Edeh, urged youths to take advantage of the opportunity offered by the institution to achieve their dream of becoming pilots, aviation engineers, cabin crew, or other roles in the sector.

Dr. Edeh stated, “What this approval means for our youths is that every one of them now has the opportunity to explore this field, even if it means just coming to us for advice. The institution would encourage and help build the dream because we do not want you to stay idle after graduating.”

He emphasized the significance of this approval, especially being the first aviation school in the South-East region, saying, “It means that I am getting closer to my dream and I have reached that stage where society can benefit from me.”

Dr. Edeh explained the process of getting the institute certified, “Those who worked with me on this project were colleagues that we served together. They have been very supportive throughout this quest. It was purely a communal effort, called ‘Wazobia’ and we are where we are today.”

The Eastwing Aviation Institute has also established a non-governmental organization to support talented, less privileged youths who meet basic requirements but lack the financial resources to pursue their dreams.

Dr. Edeh is hopeful that the new approval will encourage a significant turnout. “Many people regard the aviation sector as rocket science; now we have brought it to their doorsteps. Interested candidates, can fit in many areas in this field.”

He shared an inspiring example, “A good example is one of the security personnel I worked with who was talented and hardworking. I realized this and encouraged him to do more for himself seeing that he has potential. Today, he is an aircraft maintenance engineer in one of the airlines.”