Business aviation firm Flybird Aircraft Management Services Limited has reiterated its commitment to global collaborations in aviation ahead of the first Nigeria International Airshow (NIA), scheduled for Tuesday, 2nd to Thursday, 4th of December 2025 at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (NAIA), Abuja.

The airshow marks a historic milestone for the country’s aviation sector and is being held in conjunction with the celebration of 100 years of aviation in Nigeria.

According to Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace, the event will bridge connectivity gaps across Africa.

“The show will also increase the synergy between financial institutions and the aviation industry towards contributing to the sustainable economy and overall environmental ambition.

“It will also achieve a more integrated aviation industry to accelerate the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA),” he said.

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As one of the key sponsors, Flybird AMSL has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing Nigeria’s aviation industry through innovation, operational excellence and strategic partnerships. Flybird AMSL’s participation underscores its role as a forward-thinking aviation brand committed to enhancing safety, efficiency and sustainable growth within the business-aviation ecosystem.

Ahmed Bashir Borodo, Chief Executive Officer of Flybird AMSL, commented:

“By supporting Nigeria’s first-ever international airshow, we are aligning with a bold vision to position Nigeria as a central hub for world-class aviation services in Africa. This event is a game-changer for our industry, offering a platform for global collaboration, investment and innovation.”

The NIA promises to bring together leading global aviation players, regulators, OEMs, service providers and innovators. Exhibitions, live displays, panel sessions and networking opportunities will underscore Nigeria’s potential as a next-generation aviation destination.

Flybird is a leading aircraft management and private jet charter company based in Abuja, Nigeria. The company offers tailored aviation solutions, including aircraft Sales and acquisition advisory, Business Jet Charter Services, Aircraft Management, Maintenance services, Unmanned Aerial System (Drone Services) and Aviation Consultancy services.

Ifeoma Okeke-Korieocha is the Aviation Correspondent at BusinessDay Media Limited, publishers of BusinessDay Newspapers. She is also the Deputy Editor, BusinessDay Weekender Magazine, the Saturday Weekend edition of BusinessDay. She holds a BSC in Mass Communication from the prestigious University of Nigeria, Nsukka and a Masters degree in Marketing at the University of Lagos. As the lead writer on the aviation desk, Ifeoma is responsible and in charge of the three weekly aviation and travel pages in BusinessDay and BDSunday. She also overseas and edits all pages of BusinessDay Saturday Weekender. She has written various investigative, features and news stories in aviation and business related issues and has been severally nominated for award in the category of Aviation Writer of the Year by the Nigeria Media Nite-Out awards; one of the Nigeria’s most prestigious media awards ceremonies. Ifeoma is a one-time winner of the prestigious Nigeria Media Merit Award under the 'Aviation Writer of the Year' Category. She is the 2025 Eloy Award winner under the Print Media Journalist category. She has undergone several journalism trainings by various prestigious organisations. Ifeoma is also a fellow of the Female Reporters Leadership Fellowship of the Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism.

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