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Finally, Maiduguri airport set to commence first international flight operations

The General Muhammadu Buhari International Airport, Maiduguri, is set to commence full international operations by January 1, 2025.

 

This comes as the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, led other delegates on a one-day work visit to the facility in Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria.

 

According to report, the airport facilities are being upgraded to enhance connectivity for the North East Zone and strengthen Maiduguri’s role in international air travel and cargo transportation.

 

During the meeting, Governor Zulum lauded Keyamo’s performance in the country’s aviation since his appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

 

The Governor reaffirmed the Borno State Government’s commitment to collaborating fully with the Federal Government to ensure the successful launch of operations on January 1, 2025.

 

On his part, Keyamo emphasised the importance of the project as a symbol of growth and resilience for the region, noting that the General Muhammadu Buhari International Airport is poised to be the first fully operational international airport in the North East Zone.

 

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Akanji Philip

Akanji Philip has been working as a reporter with VOICE AIR MEDIA, both onsite at the head office in Odi-Olowo, Osogbo, and remotely since 2021. He has covered events at notable political venues, involving prominent figures such as former Osun Governor Adegboyega Oyetola, current Osun State Governor Senator Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke, former Vice President Professor Yemi Osinbajo, the late Ondo Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, and various other representatives and lawmakers. In addition, he has represented the company at various press conferences at police stations and has reported on occasions featuring entertainers and actors, such as Kola Oyewo during Oba-Ile Day in Osun State, among others. 📞 +2349058501092, +2348137827714 ✉️ akanjiphilips100@gmail.com

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