The Managing Director/Chief Executive of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, has hailed Nigeria’s re-election into the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Council with 163 votes as a resounding endorsement of the nation’s leadership in global aviation.
The announcement was made in a press release dated September 27, 2025.Mrs. Kuku commended the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo, SAN, for his dynamic stewardship and foresight, which she said played a decisive role in consolidating Nigeria’s international standing.
She highlighted that this overwhelming vote of confidence reaffirms Nigeria’s strategic importance in aviation, noting that under the Minister’s leadership, the country has not only safeguarded its seat but also deepened its influence in shaping the future of global aviation.
The MD/CE emphasized that Nigeria’s presence on the ICAO Council provides a powerful platform to align domestic reforms with international best practices in safety, security, infrastructure, and environmental responsibility.
She expressed FAAN’s determination to leverage Nigeria’s ICAO Council position to fast-track the ambition of making Nigeria the aviation hub of West Africa, through world-class airport infrastructure, smarter operations, and an elevated passenger experience.
Mrs. Kuku also congratulated Egypt and South Africa on their re-election, stressing that Africa’s strengthened representation at ICAO will amplify the continent’s voice in aviation safety, connectivity, and innovation.
She concluded by assuring stakeholders and the flying public that FAAN will continue to embody the spirit of excellence that has earned Nigeria the trust of 163 ICAO member states.
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