The Federal Government has intensified efforts to modernise Nigeria’s aviation infrastructure, aiming to increase the utilisation of aircraft by local airlines. This move comes as part of a broader strategy to strengthen indigenous carriers and improve operational efficiency across the nation’s airports.
Under the initiative, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) is implementing extensive upgrades to airport facilities and air navigation systems. Key projects include the full rehabilitation of Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) Terminal One in Lagos, where the terminal is being stripped to its structural frame for a complete overhaul of mechanical, electrical, and safety systems.
Other airports, including Malam Aminu Kano International Airport and Port Harcourt International Airport, are also undergoing significant improvements. These include runway and taxiway rehabilitation, upgraded airfield lighting to CAT II standards, enhanced safety and security infrastructure, and modernised aprons to facilitate better aircraft operations.
In addition, the Federal Government has reinforced that all FAAN properties both on and around airports are reserved strictly for aviation purposes, prohibiting any sale or transfer.
Officials say the upgrades are designed to boost aircraft utilisation, enhance safety, and improve efficiency for domestic and international carriers operating in Nigeria. By modernising infrastructure, the government hopes to attract more airlines, reduce operational delays, and support the growth of the local aviation industry.
The initiatives are part of a wider “Renewed Hope Infrastructure Development Fund” aimed at upgrading Nigeria’s aviation sector and establishing local Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facilities in partnership with international stakeholders such as Boeing and Cranfield University. Analysts suggest that with these improvements, Nigeria’s aviation sector could see significant growth in passenger volumes and revenue in the coming years. Visit www.jocomms.com for more news.
