Nigeria has clinched another term on the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Council, guaranteeing the country three more years of influence in global aviation policy — www.naijnaira.com reports.
The re-election was confirmed on September 27, 2025, during the 42nd ICAO Assembly in Montréal, according to details released on ICAO’s official website.
The ICAO Council consists of 36 countries, and it remains the top decision-making body responsible for drafting and enforcing global aviation rules, standards, and long-term strategies.
Nigeria secured its position under Part II of the Council, a category that acknowledges states that provide critical facilities and contributions to international civil air navigation.
Alongside Nigeria, countries like Argentina, Egypt, India, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, and Switzerland also earned seats in the Part II group.
“Elections took place today for PART I and PART II of the ICAO Council at the 42nd Session of the ICAO Assembly,” ICAO confirmed, listing all elected member states for the next three years.
Part I seats remain with major global players such as the United States, China, Canada, France, Germany, and Japan, while elections for Part III — focused on geographic representation — will hold on September 30, 2025.
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) described the re-election as a recognition of Nigeria’s steady role in shaping air transport development worldwide.
FAAN Managing Director, Olubunmi Kuku, commended Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo for strengthening Nigeria’s aviation diplomacy and visibility.
She explained that Nigeria’s seat would help the country align domestic reforms with international best practices in areas of safety, security, infrastructure, and environmental responsibility.
Kuku also congratulated fellow African members, Egypt and South Africa, stressing that stronger African representation would help the continent push for better safety, connectivity, and innovation in air travel.
The International Civil Aviation Organization, a UN specialized agency with 193 member states, was created to standardize and modernize civil aviation worldwide.
ICAO continues to drive policies aimed at safer skies, net-zero emissions, and wider global access to air transport.
A stronger voice for Nigeria at ICAO means the country is better positioned to push West Africa toward becoming a leading aviation hub.
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