Nigeria has signed a revised Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA) with Morocco, a move expected to boost flight operations and strengthen tourism ties between both countries. The development was disclosed in a statement issued by the Special Adviser on Media and Communications to the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Tunde Moshood.
The agreement is anticipated to expand connectivity, create opportunities for airlines, and deepen commercial and economic relations between Nigeria and Morocco.
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, signed the revised BASA with the Kingdom of Morocco during the Global Implementation Support Symposium (GISS) in Marrakech. He described it as a major step toward strengthening bilateral air transport relations.
The statement noted that the agreement introduces a modern framework to enhance air travel between the two countries. It establishes a modern and forward-looking framework that enhances connectivity, deepens commercial cooperation, and expands operational opportunities for airlines, airports, and regulatory institutions.
The government added that the deal aligns with broader continental aviation goals while supporting safety, security, and environmental sustainability. It is also expected to boost trade, tourism, investment flows, and people-to-people exchanges.
On the sidelines of the symposium, the Minister held strategic engagements with global aviation stakeholders to strengthen Nigeria’s aviation ecosystem. Discussions focused on workforce development, capacity building, and technical cooperation.
The leadership of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) commended Nigeria’s Civil Aviation Masterplan and pledged continued support for the country’s aviation development. The Minister reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to global aviation standards and long-term reforms during his meeting with ICAO officials.
Talks with representatives of the European Union explored opportunities for expanded technical cooperation, improved safety oversight, and institutional strengthening.
