The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Aviation, has signed a landmark agreement with DALIL UAE to transform cargo operations and strengthen aviation security across airports.
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, 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.
This was announced through a statement on Tuesday signed by the Head of Press and Public Affairs of the ministry, Odutayo Oluseyi.
DALIL UAE explained that a key highlight of the deal was the demonstration of how early detection and risk profiling of high-risk cargo can significantly strengthen aviation security while ensuring seamless cargo clearance.
The statement highlights that the implementation of the MoU will commence in October 2025 with feasibility studies, paving the way for a nationwide rollout by the third quarter of 2026.
Speaking through the statement, Keyamo said, “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 emphasised the transformational potential of ACI solutions for Nigeria, stating, “The adoption of Advanced Cargo Information technology is crucial to the future of Nigeria’s aviation industry.
“This system will not only strengthen aviation security by identifying high-risk cargo before it enters our borders, but it will also enhance efficiency by reducing bottlenecks at cargo terminals, improve transparency, and ensure real-time revenue assurance.
“Beyond these, it will position Nigeria as a competitive regional logistics hub in line with ICAO and WCO global standards.
“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.
