ACI-Africa Secretary-General Commends Nigeria’s Readiness as FAAN Steers Preparations for 2026 Regional Conference

Accompanied by a high-level FAAN delegation led by the Managing Director/Chief Executive, Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, the Secretary-General met with the Honourable Minister to review Nigeria’s progress in key areas of readiness, logistics planning, and overall national support for the conference. Also in attendance were the Director of Public Affairs & Consumer Protection, Mr. Henry Agbebire; the Director of Commercial & Business Development, Ms. Adebola Agunbiade; and members of the Local Organising Committee (LOC).

During the discussions, Mr. Tounsi expressed satisfaction with Nigeria’s level of commitment and highlighted the strategic value of the 2026 conference, noting that it presents a unique platform for Africa’s aviation stakeholders to converge, exchange insights, and promote sustainable development across the sector.

For FAAN, the visit further validated the strategic reforms and service improvements championed under the leadership of Mrs. Kuku. The ongoing infrastructure modernisation, enhanced stakeholder engagement, and renewed focus on global best practices continue to position Nigeria as a credible host for aviation events of international scale.

The Honourable Minister, Mr. Keyamo, reaffirmed the Federal Government’s full support, stating that the hosting of the conference aligns with the administration’s broader goal of strengthening Nigeria’s aviation industry, improving connectivity and attracting foreign investment.

FAAN’s Managing Director, Mrs. Kuku, assured the Secretary-General of the Authority’s unwavering readiness to deliver a world-class conference, adding that preparations are progressing with clear timelines and strong inter-agency collaboration.