Nigeria Achieves 91.4% in ICAO Aviation Safety Audit

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Nigeria scored 91.4% in the latest International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) safety audit, the highest ever recorded for the country. This rating enhances Nigeria's aviation safety reputation, encouraging more international airlines to operate there and boosting passenger confidence. President Tinubu and aviation authorities have committed to maintaining and improving this safety standard.

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•The ICAO audit was completed in April 2026, resulting in a 91.4% safety rating for Nigeria.
•Minister Festus Keyamo publicly announced the audit results on April 22, 2026.
•President Bola Tinubu praised the aviation safety score on April 23 and 24, 2026.
•The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) pledged to sustain the momentum following the audit.
•This score places Nigeria among countries with strong aviation safety oversight according to ICAO standards.

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▸If Nigeria's aviation authorities implement further safety improvements then Nigeria could attract increased international airline traffic, benefiting its economy and air transport sector.

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