The Federal Government will introduce the Fly Nigeria Act to the National Assembly, a policy designed to strengthen the local aviation industry by mandating government officials to prioritize Nigerian airlines for official trips.
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, announced this at the 2025 ministerial press briefing in Abuja, emphasizing the policy’s economic and nationalistic significance.
The Federal Government will introduce the Fly Nigeria Act to the National Assembly, a policy designed to strengthen the local aviation industry by mandating government officials to prioritize Nigerian airlines for official trips.Key Provisions of the Fly Nigeria ActPotential Impact on Nigeria’s Aviation Industry
Key Provisions of the Fly Nigeria Act
- Mandatory Use of Local Airlines: All government-funded official trips must be booked with Nigerian airlines unless the route is unavailable.
- Economic Growth Strategy: The policy aligns with President Tinubu’s vision of a $1 trillion economy, positioning aviation as a key sector.
- Global Benchmarking: Inspired by the Fly America Act and Fly India Act, which support national carriers in other major economies.
- Legislative Process: The draft bill will first be presented to the Federal Executive Council (FEC) before submission to the National Assembly.
Potential Impact on Nigeria’s Aviation Industry
- Increased patronage for local airlines, leading to revenue retention within Nigeria.
- Boosted aviation sector growth with more flight operations and job creation.
- Stronger international positioning for Nigerian carriers on global routes.
The Fly Nigeria Act is a strategic move to enhance local airline operations, drive economic expansion, and reinforce Nigeria’s aviation industry in the global market.
