Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo SAN, has flagged off the construction of Gusau Airport, projecting that it will stimulate economic activities in Zamfara State.
Special Assistant on Media and Communications to Keyamo, Tunde Moshood,
in a statement, said the project will also improve connectivity within Nigeria and beyond.
Quoting Keyamo, the statement said: “The construction of Gusau International Airport is a testament to our commitment to developing the aviation sector and promoting regional growth.
“This airport will not only improve transportation links but also create job opportunities and stimulate economic activities in Zamfara State and its environs”.
Governor Dauda Lawal, on his part, expressed gratitude to the Federal Government for its support and highlighted the project’s potential to transform Zamfara State.
Lawal, who noted that the airport was a vital component of his development agenda, added that “It will facilitate trade, attract investment, and contribute significantly to the socio-economic advancement of our state.
“We are determined to see this project through to completion, and we appreciate the Minister’s dedication to this cause”.
