In a significant move to bolster aviation relations, the United States has announced the reintroduction of an Air Transport Agreement with Nigeria. This development was disclosed by the Public Diplomacy Department of the U.S. Mission in Nigeria.
The agreement, which had been provisionally in place since 2000, officially came into force on May 13, 2024. It aims to establish a modern civil aviation relationship between the two countries, aligning with the U.S. Open Skies international aviation policy and upholding high standards of aviation safety and security.
A statement from the U.S. Mission highlighted the key benefits of the agreement, which include provisions for unrestricted capacity and frequency of services, open route rights, a liberal charter regime, and open code-sharing opportunities.
"This agreement with Nigeria is a step forward in liberalizing the international civil aviation sector in Africa," the statement read.
"It expands our strong economic and commercial partnership, promotes people-to-people ties, and creates new opportunities for airlines, travel companies, and customers."
The Public Diplomacy Department further noted that the agreement will enable air carriers to offer more affordable, convenient, and efficient services to travelers and shippers, thereby promoting tourism and commerce between the two nations.
Udoyen SNR
Reporter
