Tinubu International Airport in Minna gets major upgrade, named alternative to Abuja Airport

The Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport in Minna, Niger State, has officially been designated as the alternative airport to the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja.

The exciting announcement was made by the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, during the inaugural flight ceremony of Overland Airways at the newly upgraded Minna airport.

Keyamo commended the transformation of the facility, praising its modern infrastructure, strategic location, and world-class runway. According to him, the airport now meets international standards and is more than capable of handling commercial and international flights, especially during emergencies or peak traffic at Abuja’s airport.

“The runway is an international runway; a 747 and a tripple 7 can use this runway. Why over the years this has been underutilised is still a puzzle.

“Our eyes are on this airport. By the powers conferred in me, I declare Minna airport as the alternative to Abuja Airport. NCA, FAAN, take note,” he stated.

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