Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) principles and global aviation standards.
Speaking at ICAO’s 42nd Assembly, Nigeria’s Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Barrister Festus Keyamo says, “Nigeria remains firmly committed to the principles and objectives of ICAO.” He outlined bold steps to “position Nigeria as Africa’s aviation hub and called for stronger collaboration in shaping the future of global aviation.”
The Honourable Minister highlighting the ongoing investments in safety, security, and infrastructure modernization said: “As Africa’s most populous Nation and a strategic aviation hub in West Africa, Nigeria continues to invest in infrastructure modernization, regulatory reforms and capacity building to ensure that our aviation sector meets global standards and contribute contributes meaningfully to regional and international connectivity.”
On environment, the Minister confirmed Nigeria’s “strong focus on sustainability and climate resilience, including SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) development and participation in Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) aligning with President Tinubu’s drive for a green economy.”
Keyamo reiterated Nigeria’s “commitment to SAATM (Single African Air Transport Market) and the Yamoussoukro Decision for African air transport liberalization.”