Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Festus Keyamo has officially flagged off the construction of Abia International Airport at Nsulu, Isiala Ngwa North LGA of Abia State, with a declaration that President Bola Tinubu is interested in connecting Abia to the world.
Keyamo, who described Abia as the heartbeat of Southeast industrialisation, praised Governor Alex Otti for his vision in converting the initial federal government project from an airstrip to an international airport, as well as his commitment to providing the needed counterpart funds.
The Aviation and Aerospace Minister assured the indigenes of the host communities that they would be given priority in the first appointments and employment at the airport.
Also speaking, the Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, said that the federal government would unveil a special programme for Nigerian youths in January 2025.
In his address, Governor Alex Otti praised President Bola Tinubu for his interest in the development of the South East.
He explained that the airport is part of his administration’s vision to extend development beyond the cities of Aba and Umuahia.
Otti said that Abia State’s economy would reap bountifully once the project is completed, with more business opportunities being created.
Otti also assured the indigenes of the host communities whose lands are to be used that they would receive compensation, even as he promised that the Nsulu Games Village would be revived.
Gov Otti, ministers praise Tinubu as Abia Airport project takes off