Preparations for the maiden induction into the Nigeria Aviation Hall of Fame (NAHF) reached a major milestone on Monday with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between NAHF and Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited (BASL), operators of Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 2, MMA2.

The landmark MOU signing ceremony took place at the headquarters of BASL in Lagos.

Representing BASL was Ms. Gbubemi Vera Aibangbee, Head of Marketing and Creative Services. Representing NAHF were Co-Founders Mr. Wole Shadare and Mr. Gboyega Adeoye.

The agreement seals a strategic partnership for the joint hosting and management of the NAHF Montage — a permanent wall of honor at MMA2 featuring pictures, profiles and citations of distinguished aviators who have shaped Nigeria’s aviation sector.

With installation of the Montage already work in progress, both organizations described the collaboration as a win-win aimed at preserving aviation heritage and inspiring the next generation of aviators.

The Montage will be officially unveiled on Friday, September 4, 2026 at MMA2 by the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo, SAN.

This will be immediately followed by the main induction ceremony and the launch of NAHF’s maiden publication, Aviation Achievers, at Golfview Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, by 10:00am.

A total of 18 remarkable aviators will be inducted in this second edition, selected based on decades of service, integrity, leadership and contributions to the growth of the Nigerian aviation industry.

Speaking at the signing, Wole Shadare, Co-Founder of NAHF and ace aviation journalist, said:

“For over 25 years I have reported on this sector and seen many heroes retire without recognition. The Nigeria Aviation Hall of Fame is our way of saying thank you while we are still here to clap for them.”

Gboyega Adeoye, Co-Founder of NAHF, added:

“This is about history, values, and inspiring young Nigerians coming into aviation. We are proud that Bi-Courtney shares this vision with us.”

Ms. Gbubemi Vera Aibangbee noted:

“MMA2 welcomes millions of passengers yearly and now they will also be welcomed by the faces of excellence who laid the foundation for Nigerian aviation. It is truly a win-win.”

Under the MoU, BASL will provide space, security and maintenance for the Montage at MMA2, while NAHF will manage content curation, periodic updates and the induction process.

The Nigeria Aviation Hall of Fame is a non-political, non-profit initiative aimed at recognizing excellence, documenting aviation history, and promoting mentorship in the sector.