Keyamo Engages Aircraft Manufacturers In Egypt Over Nigeria’s Aviation Infrastructure Upgrade
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has held Keyamo engages aircraft manufacturers in Egypt over Nigeria’s aviation infrastructure upgrade.
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has held discussions with major aircraft manufacturers and other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in Egypt as part of efforts to upgrade Nigeria’s aviation infrastructure.
Keyamo disclosed this on Wednesday in a post on his official X account after attending the opening ceremony of the second El Alamein International Airshow at El Alamein International Airport.
The minister said the international airshow provided an opportunity for Nigeria to engage with leading OEMs from different parts of the world on possible areas of collaboration towards modernising the country’s aviation infrastructure.
According to him, the discussions focused on upgrading aviation facilities and strengthening the infrastructure required to support the growth and development of Nigeria’s aviation industry.
“The occasion afforded us the opportunity to meet major OEMs from around the world and engage in discussions regarding upgrading our aviation infrastructure across the country,” Keyamo said.
He added that he also met with a Saudi Arabian delegation to discuss preparations for next year’s Hajj pilgrimage.
“I also met the team from Saudi Arabia and held discussions concerning the early preparations for next year’s Hajj,” the minister stated.
The engagements come as the Federal Government continues to pursue reforms and investments aimed at improving aviation infrastructure, safety and operational efficiency across the country.
In April 2026, Nigeria received its Civil Aviation Master Plan (CAMP) from the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO).
The 20-year plan, covering the period from 2025 to 2045, provides a strategic framework for the development of a modern, competitive and resilient aviation sector in Nigeria.
The plan places emphasis on infrastructure and technology development, including the modernisation of airport facilities and the deployment of emerging technologies such as unmanned aerial systems.
It also prioritises aviation safety and seeks to maintain a zero-fatality environment through improved compliance with international standards.
The latest discussions with aircraft manufacturers and other OEMs in Egypt are therefore expected to contribute to Nigeria’s broader efforts to attract technical expertise, modern technology and investment into the aviation sector. with major aircraft manufacturers and other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in Egypt as part of efforts to upgrade Nigeria’s aviation infrastructure.
Keyamo disclosed this on Wednesday in a post on his official X account after attending the opening ceremony of the second El Alamein International Airshow at El Alamein International Airport.
The minister said the international airshow provided an opportunity for Nigeria to engage with leading OEMs from different parts of the world on possible areas of collaboration towards modernising the country’s aviation infrastructure.
According to him, the discussions focused on upgrading aviation facilities and strengthening the infrastructure required to support the growth and development of Nigeria’s aviation industry.
“The occasion afforded us the opportunity to meet major OEMs from around the world and engage in discussions regarding upgrading our aviation infrastructure across the country,” Keyamo said.
He added that he also met with a Saudi Arabian delegation to discuss preparations for next year’s Hajj pilgrimage.
“I also met the team from Saudi Arabia and held discussions concerning the early preparations for next year’s Hajj,” the minister stated.
The engagements come as the Federal Government continues to pursue reforms and investments aimed at improving aviation infrastructure, safety and operational efficiency across the country.
In April 2026, Nigeria received its Civil Aviation Master Plan (CAMP) from the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO).
The 20-year plan, covering the period from 2025 to 2045, provides a strategic framework for the development of a modern, competitive and resilient aviation sector in Nigeria.
The plan places emphasis on infrastructure and technology development, including the modernisation of airport facilities and the deployment of emerging technologies such as unmanned aerial systems.
It also prioritises aviation safety and seeks to maintain a zero-fatality environment through improved compliance with international standards.
The latest discussions with aircraft manufacturers and other OEMs in Egypt are therefore expected to contribute to Nigeria’s broader efforts to attract technical expertise, modern technology and investment into the aviation sector.
