Chinese Ambassador Meets Nigerian Aviation Minister
Oru Leonard
Chinese Acting Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Wang Yingqi, paid a courtesy visit to Hon. Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, and Permanent Secretary Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana, at the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja.¹
Key Meeting Participants
- Mr. Wang Yingqi: Chinese Acting Ambassador to Nigeria
- Hon. Festus Keyamo: Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development
- Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana: Permanent Secretary of the Ministry
Aviation Cooperation Discussions include:
- Airport Development: Upgrades to Nigeria’s airport infrastructure
- Aviation Technology: Adoption of advanced technologies to enhance safety and efficiency
- Capacity Building: Training programs for Nigerian aviation professionals
Background on Nigeria-China Relations
Nigeria and China enjoy friendly bilateral relations, with China being a key partner in Nigeria’s economic development. The two countries have cooperated in various sectors, including infrastructure, energy, and telecommunications.
