The Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development has approved Kogi State’s request to build an international airport in the Zariagi area.
The approval, sent in a letter to Governor Ahmed Ododo on October 9, 2024, was confirmed by Kogi State’s Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo.
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Fanwo stated that Governor Ododo’s administration is dedicated to completing the airport project on time and in line with regulatory standards.
He highlighted that the airport would serve as a hub for Kogi and ten surrounding states, easing traffic on the Lokoja-Abuja Road and reducing congestion at Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.
“The Ododo Administration has made it a priority for Kogi State to have an international airport and join the league of aviation hubs. The state’s central location offers a unique advantage in tapping into the aviation market as the heart of the nation,” Fanwo explained.
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He added that the project is expected to boost Kogi’s economy, create jobs, and showcase the state’s potential on a global scale.
The administration is committed to hiring top industry professionals to ensure the project’s success, stressing the importance of maintaining aviation standards and trust.
“We extend our gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Minister of Aviation for this significant approval, which will contribute to Kogi’s development. The airport will also accommodate cargo, a key component of the project,” Fanwo noted.
He assured residents that the administration would continue to pursue impactful projects to build on the progress of the past eight years.
Zariagi, with an existing airstrip and a strategic location, received positive feedback from the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development’s assessment team, which supported the state government’s plans for the project.
