The Ministry of Transport has commended the Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation and Prevention Bureau (AIB-Ghana) for its remarkable achievements in strengthening Ghana’s aviation safety framework as the Bureau marked its fifth anniversary in Accra.
Speaking on behalf of the Minister, Hon. Joseph Bukari Nikpe, Deputy Minister Dorcas Affo-Toffey praised AIB-Ghana’s role in ensuring that investigations into aircraft accidents and incidents are conducted with transparency, objectivity, and in line with international standards. She noted that the Bureau’s independence has been crucial in safeguarding lives and reinforcing public confidence in air travel.
“The establishment of AIB Ghana, as an independent institution, has significantly strengthened the country’s aviation safety framework,” the Minister stated.
The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to supporting AIB-Ghana’s work, stressing the importance of transparency, accountability, and a “just culture” in accident investigation and accentuated that the Bureau’s independence has also been instrumental in ensuring credible outcomes that strengthen Ghana’s aviation safety framework.
Acting Commissioner of AIB-Ghana, Mr. John M.K. Wumborti, highlighted the Bureau’s progress since its establishment in 2020, including conducting investigations, issuing safety recommendations, and contributing to regional aviation safety improvements. He emphasized AIB’s active participation in global safety data sharing and called for continued investment in modern investigative tools and technologies to further enhance aviation safety.
The Acting Director-General of the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), Rev. Stephen Wilfred Arthur, also delivered a guest address, commending AIB-Ghana’s contribution to deepening Ghana’s aviation safety culture and aligning with international best practices.
“It safeguards lives, informs policies, strengthens oversight, and builds public confidence in our aviation system,” he said.
The anniversary celebration, held under the theme “Enhancing Safety: The Role of Accident Investigation in Aviation Safety in Ghana,” brought together government officials, aviation regulators, industry stakeholders, traditional and religious leaders, development partners, and members of the media. The Bureau and its partners pledged to continue working collaboratively to ensure Ghana remains a leader in aviation safety across the region.
