— 29th Annual Forum Holds August 7 in Lagos, Focuses on Sector Reform and Investment
The League of Airport and Aviation Correspondents (LAAC) has announced that key figures in Nigeria’s aviation and finance sectors will headline its 29th Annual Conference, scheduled for Thursday, August 7, 2025, at The Providence Hotel, GRA Ikeja, Lagos.
This year’s edition, themed “Aviation Financing in Nigeria: The Risks, Opportunities and Prospects,” will bring together top policymakers, financial experts, airline executives, and regulators to explore strategies for sustainable funding and investment within the aviation sector.
The conference will feature Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, as the Special Guest of Honour, underlining the federal government’s renewed focus on creating a robust financial framework for aviation development.
Managing Director/CEO of AMCON, Mr. Gbenga Alade, will serve as Conference Chairman, bringing decades of experience in asset management and financial restructuring to the forum. His perspective is expected to drive discussions around innovative debt resolution mechanisms and capital structuring for airlines and aviation infrastructure.
Dr. Gabriel Gbenga Olowo, Chairman of Sabre Central and West Africa, will deliver the keynote address. A well-known voice in airline economics and travel technology, Olowo is expected to present a data-driven analysis of the financing landscape and propose actionable strategies for sector recovery and growth.
Also expected at the conference is Captain Chris Najomo, Director-General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), who will deliver a regulatory goodwill message highlighting the role of stable regulation in attracting long-term investment and ensuring safety standards.
In a statement, Wole Shadare, Chairman of the LAAC Conference Committee, described the 2025 conference as a critical platform for addressing funding gaps in aviation.
“This year’s event is coming at a pivotal time. As Nigeria’s aviation sector undergoes reform, the need for smart financing models has become urgent. The LAAC Conference offers a neutral platform where stakeholders can come together to forge practical solutions,” Shadare said.
The conference is expected to host a wide range of industry professionals, including:
- Airline operators (domestic and international)
- Airport authorities and terminal managers
- Ground handling and logistics providers
- Aviation fuel suppliers and marketers
- Financial institutions, leasing firms, and insurance companies
- Travel agents, tour operators, and tourism development agencies
Discussions will span critical areas such as:
- Airport infrastructure investment models
- Aircraft leasing and financing strategies
- MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul) funding solutions
- Aviation fuel supply chain efficiency
- Navigational infrastructure upgrades
- Regulatory policy updates and consumer protection
- Insurance, risk management, and sectoral incentives
As part of the conference highlights, LAAC will unveil a commemorative publication titled “Celebrating Champions of Aviation Development”, profiling individuals, organisations, and state governments that have made notable contributions to the industry since 1999.
The event has received endorsements from aviation regulatory bodies, airlines, financial sector leaders, and travel industry stakeholders—underscoring its significance as a premier platform for policy dialogue, investment mobilisation, and cross-sector collaboration.
Now in its 29th year, the LAAC Conference continues to play a vital role in shaping the future of Nigeria’s aviation industry through dialogue, documentation, and stakeholder engagement.
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