The Federal Government has committed to collaborating with the International Civil Aviation Organization, ICAO, and other stakeholders to enhance safety and efficiency in Nigeria’s aviation sector.
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo, announced this on Wednesday during the ICAO’s inaugural symposium on Advanced Air Mobility, AAM 2024, in Montréal, Canada.
In a statement released by Mr. Tunde Moshood, Special Assistant on Media and Communications to the Minister, Keyamo emphasized the government’s dedication to working with global partners to integrate sustainable and efficient technologies into the nation’s aviation system.
The symposium, titled “Advanced Air Mobility, AAM, Global Harmonisation and Interoperability: Challenges and Opportunities,” offers various networking and bilateral engagement opportunities, particularly in the rapidly evolving AAM sector.
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Keyamo highlighted that Nigeria is exploring collaborations with exhibitors showcasing cutting-edge innovations such as electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, automation, vertiports, and airspace integration, which are critical to advancing mobility.
“This event presents a crucial platform for Nigeria and other nations to exchange insights and strategies as we navigate the complexities of Advanced Air Mobility,” Keyamo said, adding that the symposium builds on ICAO’s ongoing drone initiatives and addresses the potential challenges and infrastructure needs tied to AAM.
Keyamo was accompanied by top Nigerian aviation officials, including Capt. Chris Najomo, Acting Director-General of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, and representatives from the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency and the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria. International attendees included ministers from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Rwanda, and Ghana, as well as prominent global aviation leaders.
Credible News recalls that the Federal Government of Nigeria took a significant step toward revitalizing its aviation sector by signing a Memorandum of Understanding, with leading aircraft manufacturer Boeing, to enhance aircraft acquisition, improve aviation infrastructure, and elevate operational standards across the nation.
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