The Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development has officially approved the Kogi State Government’s bid to construct an international airport in Zariagi.
This approval was communicated in a letter from the ministry, dated October 9, 2024.
Kogi State’s Commissioner for Information and Communications, Mr. Kingsley Fanwo, expressed the administration’s commitment to completing the project within regulatory standards. He emphasized that the airport would not only reduce traffic on the Lokoja-Abuja road but also relieve congestion at Abuja’s international airport. “The Ododo Administration has considered it a top priority for Kogi State to have an international airport and join the league of aviation hubs. The strategic location of the state is, no doubt, an invaluable advantage in harnessing the aviation service market,” Fanwo stated.
The airport is expected to boost the state’s economy, create jobs, and highlight Kogi’s potential on a global scale. It will also feature cargo capacity, which aligns with the state’s goals for the project.
Fanwo extended his gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Minister of Aviation for supporting this historic development. He assured Kogi residents that Governor Usman Ododo remains dedicated to executing projects that will build on the progress achieved over the past eight years.
The chosen site in Zariagi, which already has an airstrip, has been reviewed by a team from the Aviation Ministry, who expressed satisfaction with the location and the state’s plans.
