By Atoyebi Nike
The Federal Government of Nigeria has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with DALIL Engineering Company of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for the deployment of Advanced Cargo Information (ACI) systems across Nigerian airports.
The agreement, sealed during a high-level mission to Abu Dhabi, was signed by Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, who described it as a decisive step to reposition Nigeria as a leading aviation and logistics hub in Africa.
Implementation will begin with feasibility studies in October 2025, followed by a nationwide rollout in the third quarter of 2026. Keyamo noted that ACI will strengthen aviation security through early detection of high-risk cargo, reduce clearance delays, streamline processing, and boost government revenue through real-time data capture.
He added that the system aligns with global standards set by ICAO and WCO, while also positioning Nigeria for enhanced competitiveness in international trade.
“This MoU is not just about technology transfer; it is about building resilience, efficiency, and competitiveness in Nigeria’s aviation sector,” Keyamo said.
The partnership with DALIL UAE, a globally recognised provider of aviation security and cargo solutions, is expected to entrench innovation, improve trade facilitation, and reinforce Nigeria’s position as a regional logistics hub.
