The Nigerian Aviation Hall of Fame (NAHF) is set to induct some aviation industry leaders into its Hall of Fame at its second edition of the programme, slated for Lagos in May.

A joint statement by the event coordinators, Wole Shadare and Gboyega Adeoye, said the inductees were selected based on their dedication, achievements, and service to the industry.

The statement hinted that the May ceremony is the pinnacle of the Aviation Hall of Fame Forum, bringing together policymakers, airline executives and global stakeholders to celebrate excellence in the sector.

“We are proud to celebrate these industry leaders and enshrine them in the Nigeria Aviation Hall of Fame. Their contributions have shaped the course of Nigerian aviation, and we aim to honour their legacy for posterity.

“Induction into the Nigerian Aviation Hall of Fame is the highest honour our domestic industry can bestow on individuals who sacrificed their lives, time and resources for the development the country’s aviation has witnessed in the last 60 years.”

The statement said that nominations for this year’s Hall of Fame is by a panel of esteemed aviation experts tasked with reviewing the industry and identifying quality nominees with outstanding records who have positively impacted the industry.

In its maiden edition, prominent figures such as Capt. Robert Hayes, Dr Harold Demuren, Capt. Dele Ore, Dr Bernard Olumuyiwa Aliu, Dr Anastasia Gbem and Late Jerry Eyituoyo Agbeyegbe, were honoured.