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The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has raised concerns over the planned relocation of critical firefighting simulation equipment from the Nigeria College of Aviation Technology (NCAT) in Zaria, Kaduna State, to Lagos. The NEF believes the relocation could have negative implications for the institution and the broader aviation sector in Nigeria. The firefighting simulators at NCAT are crucial in preparing future aviation professionals for potential fire emergencies. Relocating these simulators to an undisclosed location could jeopardize the quality of training provided to students and compromise the safety of air travel in Nigeria. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has debunked the allegations, stating that the report was false, unfounded, and pure mischief. The federal government acquired the N5bn automatic aircraft firefighting simulator for NCAT in 2019, the first of its kind in Africa.