The Honorable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Mr. Festus Keyamo, SAN, has paid an official visit to the headquarters of Asfaar Group, a leading global investment and development firm based in the United Arab Emirates.

The visit is part of the Minister’s ongoing efforts to engage international partners in transforming Nigeria’s aviation sector, enhancing infrastructure, and expanding the country’s global connectivity.

Mr. Keyamo was received by the Chairman and senior executives of Asfaar Group. The meeting focused on exploring areas of collaboration, including airport modernization, aviation infrastructure investment, training and capacity building, and the development of travel corridors that will position Nigeria as a central aviation hub in West Africa.

“This administration is committed to repositioning Nigeria’s aviation industry for safety, efficiency, and global competitiveness,” said Minister Keyamo. “Engagements like this are crucial to building the kind of partnerships that will drive innovation and long-term investment in our sector.”

Asfaar Group expressed strong interest in contributing to Nigeria’s aviation growth through collaborative projects that support the government’s agenda for modernization, economic diversification, and regional integration.

The visit marks a significant step in advancing strategic public-private partnerships that align with Nigeria’s national development goals.