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Aviation Minister Leads Nigerian Delegation To ICAO’s 42nd Assembly In Canada Reaffirms Global Commitment To Safety Regulations
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Festus Keyamo SAN, CON, FCIarb (UK), has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to ICAO global safety regulations.
This was made known during his speech at the ongoing 42nd Assembly of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) in Montreal, Canada. The Assembly, which runs from September 23 to October 3, 2025, brings together global aviation leaders, policy-makers, and regulators to deliberate on the future of international civil aviation.
These were contained in a statement signed by Tunde Moshood
Special Adviser On Media and Communications to the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, dated Wednesday September 24, 2025.
In his address, the Minister extended warm greetings and felicitations on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR and the people of Nigeria to the ICAO leadership and Member States. He congratulated H.E. Engineer Naif Al-Abri, President of the 42nd Assembly and President of Oman Civil Aviation Authority, alongside other elected officials, while commending ICAO’s continued leadership in shaping global aviation.
Reaffirming Nigeria’s longstanding commitment to ICAO since joining the Council in 1962, the Minister highlighted the country’s sustained contributions to global aviation safety, security, and facilitation. He noted Nigeria’s ratification of all international air law instruments, including the Montreal Protocol and amendments to Articles 50(a) and 56 of the Chicago Convention, stressing Nigeria’s role as a champion of aviation development in Africa.
“Nigeria remains firmly committed to the principles and objectives of ICAO. As Africa’s most populous nation and a strategic aviation hub in West Africa, we continue to invest in infrastructure modernization, regulatory reform, and capacity building to ensure our sector meets global standards and contributes meaningfully to regional and international connectivity,” the Minister said.
Among key highlights of the statement are:
Safety and Oversight: Nigeria reaffirmed support for the Global Aviation Safety Plan, Global Air Navigation Plan, and Global Aviation Security Plan, while maintaining its role as host and leading contributor to BAGASOO and BAGAIA.
Regional and Global Cooperation: Nigeria is strengthening bilateral and multilateral air transport relations, including recent Air Services Agreements with Canada, and remains a strong advocate for liberalization through the Yamoussoukro Decision (YD) and the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM).
Infrastructure Development: The Minister emphasized government investments in modern, secure, and environmentally friendly aviation infrastructure to make Nigeria the most competitive aviation hub in Africa.
Security Enhancements: He cited the installation of state-of-the-art security equipment, continuous training of Aviation Security personnel, and Nigeria’s active participation in the ICAO Public Key Directory (PKD).
Environmental Commitment: Nigeria continues to implement its State Action Plan on emissions reduction, actively participates in CORSIA, and collaborates with the European Union on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) development.
Looking to the future, the Minister called for deeper ICAO support for developing nations, particularly in strengthening safety oversight, building climate-resilient infrastructure, and accelerating digital transformation.
On behalf of Nigeria, he solicited support for the country’s re-election into Part II of the ICAO Council, as well as endorsement of all African States backed by the African Union.
In a significant announcement, the Honourable Minister extended a special invitation to ICAO Member States and stakeholders to the first-ever Nigerian International Airshow, scheduled to hold in Abuja from December 2 to 4, 2025. The event, a collaboration between civil and military aviation sectors, is expected to showcase Nigeria’s growing aviation potential to the world.
Concluding his remarks, the aviation Minister praised ICAO for a well-organized Assembly and expressed gratitude to the Government and people of Canada for their hospitality.
“With innovation, sustainability, and partnerships across borders, together we can ensure that no nation is left behind in building a truly global and inclusive aviation ecosystem,” the Minister affirmed.
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