The Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Arab Republic of Egypt have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen cooperation in the aviation sector.
This followed a meeting held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia by delegates of the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Arab Republic of Egypt which culminated in a review of the Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) between the two countries in line with the new Africa Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC) BASA template for African countries.
The head of press of the ministry, Odutayo Oluseyi said in a statement last night that the event was held at the ministry’s headquarters in Abuja.
Describing the signing of the MoU as a historic milestone, signalling a new chapter of collaboration and shared prosperity between Nigeria and Egypt, the minister of aviation and aerospace development, Festus Keyamo emphasized that the MoU reflects the mutual commitment of both nations to expand bilateral ties through aviation, a key driver of commerce, tourism, and diplomacy.
He stated that the collaboration is expected to unlock new opportunities in technical cooperation, route expansion, and joint investment in civil aviation infrastructure across the continent.
While thanking the Egyptian delegation for their continued partnership, Keyamo added that the agreement is a strategic move towards regional integration, enhanced service delivery, and greater connectivity in Africa.
Responding, Egypt’s minister of foreign affairs, Dr. Badr Abdelatty, expressed gratitude for the warm reception and conveyed greetings from President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi.
He reiterated Egypt’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Nigeria in all sectors, noting that both nations represent key pillars of stability and progress in Africa.
He further highlighted Egypt Air’s current operations, with over 600 flights annually to Lagos and Kano, and expressed a desire to increase frequency in response to high demand from travellers between both countries.
