The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has announced that Nigeria’s global aviation rating has significantly improved, reaching 75.5 percent. Keyamo made this disclosure during the commissioning of the Juhi-2 Aviation Fuel Depot at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos on Thursday.
Keyamo highlighted that this improvement means Nigeria is no longer blacklisted globally, a development that positively impacts the country’s aviation industry. With the new rating, airlines in Nigeria can now access dry lease aircraft, a step expected to enhance the nation’s aviation sector.
The minister expressed optimism about the future, assuring that the country would soon see an increase in the number of aircraft. He suggested that Juhi-2 Aviation Fuel Depot may need to expand its capacity to accommodate the anticipated growth in aircraft traffic.
Patience Dappa, the Chairman of Juhi-2, also spoke at the event, emphasizing the company’s commitment to excellence and innovation in aviation fuel management. She noted that the completion of the Juhi-2 project, the largest airside jet fuel depot in Nigeria, demonstrates the company’s dedication to supporting the aviation industry.
Dappa highlighted that the facility, covering 46,000 square meters, has a storage capacity of 15 million liters of Jet A1 fuel, underscoring its significant role in fueling Nigeria’s aviation growth.
I dont buy it! Nigerias aviation rating improving doesnt erase past safety concerns. Lets see consistent progress first.
I dont buy it! Nigerias aviation rating improving? Ill believe it when I see it. Too many past issues.
I dont buy it! Nigerias aviation rating improving? I still have trust issues with their safety standards. Lets see some solid proof.
I dont buy it! Nigerias aviation rating improving doesnt erase past safety concerns. Lets see consistent improvement before celebrating.
Honestly, I still dont trust Nigerian airlines. Safety standards need serious improvement before celebrating this rating upgrade.
I hear you, trust takes time to rebuild. Safety over ratings any day.
Im not convinced. Nigerias aviation still faces safety issues. Keyamos statement feels premature. Lets not overlook potential risks.
I dont buy it! Nigerias aviation rating may have improved, but I still have doubts about safety standards. Lets see real change first.
I dont buy it! Nigerias aviation rating improving? Ill believe it when pigs fly. Keyamo, stop selling dreams.
I dont buy it! Nigerias aviation rating improving? Ill believe it when I see fewer delays and better safety standards.
I dont trust these aviation ratings. Nigerias still got some serious issues to address in their aviation sector!
Every country faces challenges. Lets focus on progress instead of dwelling on negatives.
I dont trust those aviation ratings, they can be so biased. Nigerias not out of the woods yet. Lets wait and see.
I dont buy it! Nigerias aviation rating improving? Sounds fishy to me. I need more convincing evidence.
I dont trust these ratings. Nigerias aviation still has a long way to go in terms of safety and efficiency. #JustSaying 🤷♂️
Wow, thats great news for Nigerias aviation industry! But should we really trust these ratings? Corruption runs deep.
I think Nigerias aviation rating improvement is just a facade. Corruption still runs deep in the industry. Festus Keyamo is sugarcoating it.
Corruption wont disappear overnight, but progress is progress. Lets acknowledge the steps taken.