North-East govs plan regional air shuttle to cut travel cost

The governors of the six North-East states have agreed to establish a regional air shuttle to reduce transportation costs and improve movement within the sub-region. According to Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum, the six states have raised N10.8 billion as counterpart funding for the planned launch of the air shuttle.

The remaining contributions are expected to be paid before the end of October, after which flight operations are set to begin. Zulum, who is also the Chairman of the North East Governors' Forum, expressed optimism that the establishment of the North East Air Shuttle will improve connectivity within the sub-region.

The six states involved are Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, Taraba, and Yobe. The governors are working together to ensure a smooth launch of the airline, with Zulum highlighting other development efforts in the region, including renewed oil exploration and a $1 billion federal social protection project.

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