Nigeria, Nov. 10 -- Nigerian air traffic controllers have threatened a strike over deteriorating communication and surveillance infrastructure, warning that continued use of inadequate equipment is straining aviation safety.

The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) said the Federal Government is yet to translate announced procurement approvals into functional equipment for the professionals responsible for coordinating aircraft movements and maintaining safe separation between flights.

The association's national president, Edino Amos, said 2026 has been particularly challenging for air traffic controllers, with little improvement in the systems they rely on to manage the country's airspace.

Mr Amos spoke on Tuesday at t...