FCTA partners Aviation Ministry over hosting of Nigeria’s first international airshow in Abuja

The Federal Capital Territory Administration, FCTA, will partner with the Ministry of Aviation to host Nigeria’s first international Airshow in Abuja, attracting global aviation leaders.

This was disclosed by the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike who pledged comprehensive support for the airshow, while recognizing it as a major tourist event and confirming FCTA’s endorsement.

Wike made the commitment on Wednesday in Abuja, when he received a delegation from the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development led by the Minister, Festus Keyamo.

He said the FCTA will provide transportation logistics, including train services, CNG buses, and extensive publicity through FCTA-owned media outlets.

The Minister said relevant departments will handle the event’s security and city sanitation, particularly along the Airport Road.

He assured to offer a discount for the use of the Ahmed Bola Tinubu International Conference Centre.

The use of billboards will be coordinated with the Outdoor Advertising Agency (DOAS), but will not be free.

On his part, the Aviation Minister, Festus Keyamo, highlighted the Airshow as a global event and part of Nigeria’s 100-year aviation celebration, organized with a private company and supported by the Nigerian Air Force.

Keyamo requested Wike’s presence at the opening ceremony as Chief Host, alongside President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

‎”Around the world, a major aviation event on most countries’ calendars is their air show. We have the Farnborough Airshow, we have the Paris Air Show… we have never had one in our history,” Keyamo said.