The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo has signed a reviewed Bilateral Air Services Agreement with the Kingdom of Morocco.

The agreement was signed at the ongoing Global Implementation Support Symposium (GISS)  at Marrakesh, Morocco and organized by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO).

A statement  signed by the Special Assistant to the Minister on media, Tunde Moshood said the landmark agreement represent a significant milestone in strengthening air transport relations between both countries.

The agreement also  establish a modern and forward-looking framework that enhance connectivity, deepens commercial cooperation, and expands operational opportunities for airlines, airports, and regulatory institutions.

The statement further explained  that the BASA  aligns with continental aviation priorities, supports environmental sustainability, and reinforces shared commitments to safety, security, and operational efficiency.

“Beyond aviation, the agreement is expected to catalyze broader economic growth by opening new channels for trade, tourism, investment, and people-to-people exchanges between Nigeria and Morocco,” It stated.

Meanwhile, the President of the ICAO Council, Mr. Toshiyuki Onuma Mr. Onuma reaffirmed ICAO’s  commitment to
support Nigeria aviation workforce development, capacity building, and the implementation of strategic programmes aimed at strengthening the nation’s aviation ecosystem.

The Minister during the visit to the ICAO President welcomed these assurances and reiterated Nigeria’s full alignment with ICAO’s global standards, implementation priorities, and long-term vision for a safe, secure, and sustainable aviation sector.

On the sidelines of the symposium, the Minister  held constructive discussions with the European Union (EU) delegation,  the engagement was built upon the existing cooperation framework between the EU and Nigeria’s Ministry of Aviation, exploring expanded opportunities for technical assistance, strengthened safety oversight, and deeper institutional collaboration.

Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to advancing Nigeria’s aviation reforms, enhancing regulatory capacity, and supporting initiatives that will further modernize the sector in line with global best practices.