Tinubu celebrates Nigeria’s 91% aviation safety score

Nigeria's aviation sector has soared to new heights, achieving an unprecedented 91.45% safety rating from the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). This remarkable feat, the highest the nation has ever recorded, places Nigeria comfortably above both regional and global benchmarks.

President Bola Tinubu hailed the achievement as a testament to Nigeria's commitment to aviation safety standards. He emphasized that this elevated rating not only affirms our progress but also signals to international investors that Nigeria is a prime destination for aviation infrastructure, maintenance facilities, and airline operations. The Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, under Minister Festus Keyamo, has been instrumental, with its five-point agenda prioritizing strict adherence to safety regulations and continuous improvement of the ICAO rating.

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The rating affirms the nation’s aviation safety standards and makes it a more attractive destination for investment in aviation infrastructure, maintenance facilities, and airline operations.

This success is a significant departure from Nigeria's past performance in ICAO's Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme, where scores had previously hovered below the current figure. The Presidency rightly attributes this turnaround to a renewed focus on infrastructure and transportation as key enablers of economic growth, with a clear mandate to make the air transport sector a robust driver of prosperity. The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority's headquarters in Abuja buzzed with the announcement, marking a pivotal moment for the nation's aviation industry. This accomplishment underscores the diligent efforts of all stakeholders involved in elevating Nigeria's aviation safety profile on the global stage.

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to ensure that Nigeria not only maintains, but goes even further on the rating.