Rewane leads discourse on aviation financing at LAAC conference

Foremost economist and Chief Executive Officer of Financial Derivatives Company, Mr. Bismark Rewane would today lead discussion on “Aviation Financing in Nigeria: The Risks, Opportunities and Prospects” at the League of Airport and Aviation Correspondents (LAAC) annual conference, the 29th in the series. This year’s conference, according to the organisers, will provide a strategic platform […]

Rewane leads discourse on aviation financing at LAAC conference

Foremost economist and Chief Executive Officer of Financial Derivatives Company, Mr. Bismark Rewane would today lead discussion on “Aviation Financing in Nigeria: The Risks, Opportunities and Prospects” at the League of Airport and Aviation Correspondents (LAAC) annual conference, the 29th in the series.

This year’s conference, according to the organisers, will provide a strategic platform for robust discussions on funding mechanisms and investment models for Nigeria’s aviation industry.

Mr Gbenga Alade, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON), will chair the event, bringing his extensive experience in financial management and restructuring to bear on discussions.

The keynote address will be delivered by Dr Gabriel Gbenga Olowo, a renowned aviation economist and Chairman of Sabre Central and West Africa supported by Rewane.

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, will grace the event as Special Guest of Honour, reinforcing the government’s commitment to strengthening financing frameworks across the aviation ecosystem.

The Director-General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Captain Chris Najomo, will be present to deliver a regulatory goodwill message, highlighting the pivotal role of the Authority in ensuring a robust and investor-friendly regulatory climate.

The conference will also feature a rich panel of industry experts drawn from a cross-section of the aviation value chain, including Airline operators.