Students of the Department of Aerospace Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Lagos State University (LASU), have recorded remarkable successes at the 2025 Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) National Aviation Conference (FNAC), held at Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos.
The conference, which attracted participants from aviation and engineering institutions across Nigeria, featured several competitive categories designed to showcase technical skills, innovation and industry readiness. LASU students distinguished themselves with outstanding performances, winning multiple awards and cash prizes.
Oluwagbenga Shola emerged first in the Pilot Aptitude Simulation Challenge, earning a cash prize of ₦500,000. In the Aircraft Maintenance Skills Contest, McPaul Ifesinachi A. and Hafsah Abudu also clinched first position and received a cash prize of ₦500,000.
In the Innovation Pitch Competition, Chinedu Ikeh and Kehinde Fodunrin, competing as Team Green Jet, secured third position and were awarded ₦200,000. Team Liftora also placed third in the Drone Soccer Competition, earning a cash prize of ₦200,000. Members of Team Liftora are Aniyikaye David, Adewale Oluwaferanmi, Thomas Victor, Adebara Abdulsomod, Ugwu Emmanuel, Isah Muhammad Idris, Adegbola Johnbeulah, Oluwafemi Emmanuel, John Goodness Enejo, Oloko Abdul-Kabir, Amaihian Ebenezer, Onwubolu-Ezekiel Joel, and Abegunde Emmanuel.
The achievements underscore the strength of training, innovation and practical exposure within LASU’s Department of Aerospace Engineering. They also reflect the University’s commitment to producing industry-ready graduates capable of competing successfully on national and international platforms, further enhancing LASU’s reputation in aviation and aerospace education.
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