History will be made next year as Nigeria plans to host an international airshow with no fewer than 15 aircraft manufacturers scheduled to attend.
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development,
Mr Festus Keyamo SAN, confirmed that the three-day airshow is tentatively fixed for April 2025 in Lagos
The minister who spoke at a press conference in Abuja, said the event themed ““Redefining Aviation Industry through Investments and Global Engagements” will showcase advancement in aviation technology, safety and innovation.
According to him, the airshow will feature displays from top aircraft manufacturers who will showcase new and future-forward aviation technologies giving attendees the avenue to experience latest innovation in advanced air mobility.
TheNigeria International Airshow (NIA) is an amalgamated marketplace for Aviation and aerospace development in Africa.
“NIA, a foremost event in Nigeria, is in alignment with continental and global initiatives such as IATA, ICAO, AfBAA, AFCAC and CAA.
“It aims to be the leading aviation event in the region that facilitates awareness, innovation, opportunities and investments in the industry.
“It is the facilitator for integration and connectivity of the economic growth and development in the aviation and aerospace market in the region, “ he said.
Also speaking, Chief Executive Officer, Air Show International Nigeria, Ms Bria Okonkwo, said that the anticipated key features during the conference would be aircraft display, airshow, B2B matchmaking, panel sessions, industry awards and the innovates.
She added that projected exhibiting sectors would include, fixed wings, avionics, airports, rotary wings, air traffic management, manufacturers, MRO, advanced aerial mobility, aircraft support services, emerging technology FBO, educational bodies, aircraft interior, drone eVTOL and defense.
Okonkwo said the event would attract no fewer than 3,500 attendees, 190 decision makers, 200 investors 35 startups, while there will be 50 aircraft on display.
