Nigeria has secured re-election into the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) for a fresh three-year term covering 2025 to 2028.
The announcement was made during the ongoing 42nd ICAO Assembly in Montreal, Canada, where member states voted to fill council seats that shape global aviation standards and policies.
Nigeria retained its place in Part II of the ICAO Council, a category reserved for countries that make the largest contributions to the provision of facilities for international civil air navigation.
In his reaction, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo (SAN), said Nigeria’s re-election affirms the confidence of the global aviation community in the country’s commitment to advancing international air transport safety, security, and efficiency.
“This victory is not just for Nigeria but for Africa,” Keyamo noted, adding that Nigeria would continue to champion initiatives that strengthen air connectivity, promote regional cooperation, and enhance safety standards across the continent.
The Director-General of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Captain Chris Najomo, described the development as a recognition of Nigeria’s steady compliance with ICAO regulations and its growing investments in modern aviation infrastructure.
Nigeria has been a member of ICAO since 1962 and has consistently served on the Council, which is the governing body responsible for setting global aviation policies, monitoring compliance, and ensuring the implementation of safety and security measures worldwide.
Industry analysts believe the re-election offers Nigeria an opportunity to influence key policy discussions, including the drive for greener aviation, digital transformation of air navigation services, and the promotion of affordable air travel across Africa.
The ICAO Council consists of 36 member states, divided into three categories, and functions as the executive arm of the global body.
