ABUJA, NIGERIA – The Federal Government has indefinitely suspended the Air Nigeria Airline project, according to Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace. This announcement was made during a ministerial briefing commemorating the first year of President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
Key Announcements
Minister Keyamo disclosed that the airline project, contrary to previous beliefs, was not genuinely a Nigerian initiative. He explained that it was an attempt to use a foreign airline under the guise of a national carrier for Nigeria.
Background and Implications
The suspension marks a significant shift in Nigeria’s aviation strategy, as the Air Nigeria project was initially perceived as a critical step towards revitalizing the national airline industry. The government’s decision underscores concerns about the authenticity and operational integrity of the project.