Odimmegwa Johnpeter/Abuja
Federal Government of Nigeria has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with DALIL UAE on the deployment of Advanced Cargo Information (ACI) systems across Nigerian airports. This was contained in a statement signed by Odutayo Oluseyi, Head, Press, and Public Affairs.
Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, CON, FCIArb (UK), who signed on behalf of the Federal Government, described the agreement as a bold step towards repositioning Nigeria as a leading aviation and logistics hub in Africa.
Keyamo stated that the implementation of the MoU will commence with feasibility studies in October 2025, followed by a nationwide rollout in the third quarter of 2026. .
He further stressed that the adoption of ACI systems will be a game-changer for Nigeria’s aviation and cargo operations. Adding that; ACI will strengthen aviation security through early detection of high-risk cargo, reduced clearance bottlenecks, streamline cargo processing, and improve efficiency, enhanced government revenue assurance via real-time data capture, facilitate international trade and boost Nigeria’s position as a regional logistics hub that aligns with global best practices and ensures compliance with ICAO and WCO standards.
Keyamo emphasized that the partnership with DALIL UAE, a globally recognized provider of aviation security and cargo solutions, goes beyond technology transfer, as it seeks to entrench resilience, efficiency, and competitiveness in Nigeria’s aviation value chain.
“This MoU is not just about technology transfer; it is about building resilience, efficiency, and competitiveness in Nigeria’s aviation sector. Nigeria is now set to leverage cutting-edge innovation to drive security, trade facilitation, and revenue growth,” he stated.
He further assured that the Federal Government will continue to provide the enabling policy environment necessary for the smooth implementation and sustainability of the project.
“With this development, Nigeria joins a select group of nations deploying advanced cargo intelligence solutions to enhance safety, boost efficiency, and support global trade”, he added.
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