In a statement on Wednesday, Tunde Moshood, the minister’s
media aide, said Keyamo spoke at the ICAO’s 42nd Assembly in Montreal, Canada.

Keyamo reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to the ICAO global
safety regulations at the assembly, which runs from September 23 to October 3,
gathering global aviation leaders, policymakers, and regulators to deliberate
on the future of international civil aviation.

In his address, the minister extended felicitations on
behalf of President Bola Tinubu and Nigerians to the ICAO leadership and member
states.

He congratulated 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, Keyamo 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 the nation’s role as a champion of
aviation development in Africa.

“Nigeria remains firmly committed to the principles and
objectives of ICAO,” Keyamo said.

“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.”

NIGERIA REAFFIRMS SUPPORT FOR GLOBAL AVIATION SAFETY PLAN

According to the statement, key highlights of Keyamo’s
speech include Nigeria reaffirming 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),” the statement reads.

“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.”

Moshood said the 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.

He said the event, a collaboration between civil and
military aviation sectors, is expected to showcase Nigeria’s growing aviation
potential to the world.