…Panelists Drawn From Across Aviation Value Chain
The League of Airport and Aviation Correspondents (LAAC)has listed the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON), Mr. Gbenga Alade have been named as two of the three dignitaries to discuss burning issues at its 29th annual conference slated for August 7, 2025.
Also to deliver the keynote address at the August event is the Chairman of Sabre, Central and West Africa, , Dr. Gbenga Olowo.
The LAAC 29th Annual Conference is scheduled to hold on Thursday, 7 August 2025, at The Providence Hotel, GRA Ikeja, Lagos.
This year’s conference, themed “Aviation Financing in Nigeria: The Risks, Opportunities and Prospects,” will provide a strategic platform for robust discussions on funding mechanisms and investment models for Nigeria’s aviation industry.
The AMCON boss Alade, will chair the event, bringing his extensive experience in financial management and restructuring to bear on discussions.
The keynote address will be delivered by Olowo, a renowned aviation economist, whose thought leadership in airline economics and travel distribution has shaped industry conversations over the years.
On the other hand, Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development will grace the event as Special Guest of Honour, reinforcing the government’s commitment to strengthening financing frameworks across the aviation ecosystem.
The Director-General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt. Chris Najomo, will be present to deliver a regulatory goodwill message, highlighting the pivotal role of the authority in ensuring a robust and investor-friendly regulatory climate.
The conference will also feature a rich panel of industry experts drawn from a cross-section of the aviation value chain, including:
● Airline operators
● Airport management authorities
● Ground handling and service providers
● Aviation fuel suppliers and marketers
● Travel and tourism stakeholders
● Financial and insurance institutions
● Investment advisors and leasing companies.
According to the Chairman of the LAAC Conference Committee, Mr Wole Shadare, the 2025 edition marks a significant milestone in the association’s contribution to aviation development.
“Our 29th annual conference is a timely intervention that aligns with ongoing reforms in the aviation industry. It will examine new opportunities and address long-standing bottlenecks that hinder sustainable financing. More importantly, it offers a forum where decision-makers and stakeholders can build consensus for the sector’s future.”
As part of the conference, LAAC will also unveil a commemorative publication titled “Celebrating Champions of Aviation Development”, a special compendium profiling notable individuals, institutions, and state governments that have played transformative roles in Nigeria’s aviation sector since 1999.
Discussions at the conference will explore key thematic areas, including :
● Airport infrastructure development
● Aircraft leasing and financing mechanisms
● MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul) funding
● Aviation fuel supply and pricing strategies
● Regulatory reforms and consumer protection
● Navigational infrastructure and airspace management
● Insurance, risk management, and sectoral investment incentives
The event has attracted endorsements and participation pledges from all aviation regulatory agencies, domestic and international airlines, ground handling companies, state governments, financial institutions, and travel sector professionals, confirming its relevance and growing influence as a premier platform for industry engagement.
The League remains committed to fostering constructive dialogue, shaping public policy, and celebrating those who continue to champion Nigeria’s aviation transformation.
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