The Federal Government has named the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport in Minna, Niger State, as the official alternative to the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja.
This development was announced by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, during the commencement of Overland Airways’ commercial flight operations at the Minna airport.
Keyamo commended the airport’s infrastructure and emphasized its readiness to handle international flights, pointing out its strategic importance.
“The runway is an international runway; a 747 and a triple seven can use this runway. Why, over the years, this has been underutilised is still a puzzle,” the minister stated.
He further expressed confidence in the facility, noting that it aligns with global aviation standards in both design and functionality.
“Our eyes are on this airport. By the powers conferred on me, I declare Minna Airport as the alternative to Abuja Airport. NCAA, FAAN, take note,” Keyamo declared.
