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NAMA to dismantle illegal telecom masts

By on July 17, 2013

Nigerian Airspace Management Agency, NAMA, has given a four-week ultimatum to owners of telecommunication masts at several locations across the country to dismantle them or face sanctions.

The agency said the order was to enhance air safety in the country.

A statement by Supo Atobatele, General Manager, Public Affairs, NAMA , said the directive became imperative following the inherent danger posed by such structures to air navigation in the country.

According to the statement: “Consequently, the agency has engaged the services of Seas Electrical and Computer Services Ltd to effect the dismantling of affected masts at the expiration of the ultimatum.

“The firm has been mandated not only to identify and report, but also to reduce height or dismantle as applicable.

“NAMA Act section 7(1) c and d of its establishment Act No. 48 of 1999 is empowered to prohibit and regulate the installation of any structure which by virtue of its height or position is considered to endanger the safety of air navigation,” and also “prevent interference with the use or effectiveness of all apparatus used in connection with air navigation.’’

The agency therefore said permission must now be sought before mast is erected. “In accordance with the act, any person or organization intending to erect telecommunication masts, hoist balloons, construct hangers or other high-rise structures within the Nigerian Airspace is required to obtain Aviation Height Clearance Certification/No Objection from NAMA before commencement.”

Olatubora who lamented that over N167billion was used to import different fabrics to Nigeria in two years, said  the state government was determined to reduce dependency on imported clothing materials.

The Commissioner who said the amount used for the importation of clothing materials into the country was enormous and could be used for other developmental projects, said the country had the capacity to produce cloths for local consumption at initial stage and for exportation later.

As a prelude to the pushing for the banning of importation of clothing materials, Olatubora said the state would be ready to provide alternative to the people by producing materials for local consumption by December this year.

According to him “ More importantly we want to sow for the people of this state in December, using available facilities and manpower, we want to bring 40 draftsmen from Dakar and Mali to train our young girls and adult in the art of cloth making because to solve a practical problem a practical approach is required.”

 

 

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