x

BNSG Gets Approval to Construct Civil Aviation Airport

By Isaac Kertyo, Makurdi

Benue State Government has secured approval from the Nigerian Ports Authority for the construction of a civil aviation airport in Makurdi.

Briefing Journalists at the Government House Makurdi shortly after the State Executive Council, SEC meeting, Commissioner of Information and Orientation, Mr Michael Inalegu said the civil aviation airport will be of benefit to both Manufacturers and large scale farmers as well as put the Benue economy on the global market.

In a similar vein, the Commissioner hinted that Nigeria Air piece Carrier is to resume flight operations in Benue State on 17th of April, 2023.

He pointed out that the commercial flight operations was what the Benue State Government and people of the state have been yearning for, stating that the roads were not one hundred percent safe for travelers.

According to the Commissioner the flight will be from Abuja to Makurdi and Makurdi to Abuja three times a week at resumption, stating that operations would be reviewed subsequently to cover Lagos, Abuja and Makurdi respectively.

Hot this week

NCDC CEO Congratulates Dr. Bernard Doro on Ministerial Nomination, Commends Tinubu’s Choice

From Abel Zwanke, LafiaThe Managing Director and Chief Executive...

Northern Governors Mourn Victims of Niger Tanker Explosion

The Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) has expressed deep...

North Central Development Commission Condoles with Senator Abba Moro Over Death of Son, Grandson

By Abel Zwanke, LafiaThe Managing Director and Chief Executive...

BREAKING: Police Arrest Omoyele Sowore at Abuja Court

Human rights activist and publisher, Omoyele Sowore, was arrested...

FG Launches Made-in- Nigeria Mobile App to Boost Community Healthcare Services

By Joyce Remi-BabayejuThe Federal Government has launched a...

Hazras Charity Foundation Concludes Educational Kits Distribution in Kano, Expands to Jigawa State

By Jabiru HassanThe Hazras Charity Foundation, a delivery partner...

Kaduna Women Journalists Urge Government Action on Poor Power Supply, Commend State’s Climate Efforts

By Achadu Gabriel, KadunaThe Nigeria Association of Women Journalists...

Gov. Ododo Hails Appointment of Maj.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu as New Chief of Army Staff

By Noah Ocheni, LokojaKogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman...

NDDC Commissions Naval Facility in Bayelsa to Boost Security in Niger Delta

By Amgbare Ekaunkumo, YenagoaThe Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC)...

KOSIEC Releases Timetable for 2026 Kogi Local Government Elections

By Noah Ocheni, LokojaThe Kogi State Independent...

Terrorist Invade Southern Kaduna Community, Abduct 10 Residents in Kauru LGA

By Achadu Gabriel, KadunaTerrorists have again attacked Southern Kaduna,...

Related Articles

Popular Categories

spot_imgspot_img