President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to deepening economic relations with the United Kingdom in the aviation sector and other mutually beneficial areas.

President Tinubu gave the assurance when he met with a delegation from British Airways, led by the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Dr Richard Montgomery, and the Commercial Officer of British Airways, Colm Lacy, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

The President, highlighting the longstanding and productive partnership between both countries, stated that Nigeria places great value on its strategic relationship with Britain.

President Tinubu, particularly, reflected on his very recent historic visit to the United Kingdom and the wonderful reception he received from the Royal family.

President Tinubu acknowledged the critical role of British Airways in fostering economic and people-to-people connections between Nigeria and the United Kingdom, saying that Nigeria is undergoing reforms to strengthen the economy and state institutions.

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development revealed that the British Airways now operates brand new aircraft on the London-Nigerian route.

Keyamo also said the airline had fully complied with the federal government's policy to support local caterers by serving local dishes on international outbound flights.

Colm Lacy chronicled the airways’ long-standing relationship with Nigeria, saying the airways have served generations of Nigerians for the past 90 years, helping in trade, investments and opportunities on both sides.

He said Nigeria was not just a destination for the airways, but a long-standing valued customer."

Lacy lauded the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, and the Nigerian Airports Authority, NAA, for their commitment and professionalism, which has enhanced a credible and safe aviation in Nigeria.

Also, the UK High Commissioner to Nigeria, Richard Montgomery, expressed delight at the 90-year relationship between British Airways and Nigeria.