In a decisive move to strengthen national security and uphold aviation protocols, the Nigerian government has convened a high-level meeting to address recurring violations of the country’s airspace by foreign aircraft and helicopters.
The meeting, which took place on Tuesday, 27th May 2025, at the Minister’s Conference Hall, Ministry of Defence, Ship House, Abuja, was chaired by the Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar. In attendance were the Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad, and the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, Chief of Air Staff, among other key stakeholders.
The primary objective of the meeting was to review and implement strategies aimed at curbing unauthorized entry into Nigerian airspace and addressing breaches of established aviation protocols by foreign operators. The session brought together senior security officials and aviation experts to deliberate on coordinated enforcement measures and the enhancement of surveillance and response mechanisms.
A photograph from the meeting shows the Minister of Defence flanked by the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo; the Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad; and the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Defence, Ambassador Gabriel Tanimu Aduda, alongside other high-ranking officials.
This development underscores the government’s commitment to safeguarding Nigeria’s sovereignty and ensuring strict compliance with international aviation standards.
