Another International Airport in Nigeria Set To Begin Full Operation in January 2025
- The upgraded Maiduguri Airport is set to commence full international flight operations by January
- The upgraded airport has been equipped with modern facilities and could serve as a regional cargo hub
- Nigeria has 21 airports operated by the Federal Airports Authority, with five set for international air traffic
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The General Muhammadu Buhari International Airport will reportedly commence full flight operations in January 2025.
The facility, based in Maiduguri, will be the first fully operational international airport in Nigeria's Northeast Zone.
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The upgraded airport is expected to facilitate cargo transportation across the region and improve air connectivity for the North East Zone.
Festus Keyamo, the minister of aviation and aerospace development, recently visited the airport to facilitate vital discussions on the forthcoming upgrade, accompanied by chief executives from key aviation agencies, according to BusinessDay.
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Festus Keyamo speaks on upgraded airport
The aviation minister stated that the General Muhammadu Buhari International Airport symbolised growth and resilience for the region.
He added that the airport has a world-class runway and state-of-the-art facilities.
"The airport will also serve as a regional cargo hub, offering critical support to the economy of the North East and beyond."
Governor Babagana Zulum, in his speech, expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and praised the appointment of the aviation minister.
He hailed Keyamo for exemplifying commitment and visionary leadership and highlighted his significant contributions to the progress achieved in the aviation sector since his appointment.
The governor also reaffirmed the Borno state government's full commitment to partnering with the Federal Government to ensure the successful commencement of operations as scheduled.
"We are happy, grateful and ready to work with the federal government"
Ebonyi state airport rehabilitation completed
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that the Ebonyi state government said the Chuba Okadigbo International Airport rehabilitation has been completed.
Ngozi Obichukwu, the state commissioner for Aviation and Transport Technology, disclosed this to journalists at the airport earlier this year.
He confirmed the state government had finalised plans to buy four aircraft to complement the Chuba Okadigbo International Airport fleet.
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