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, made this announcement during the forum's 10th meeting in Maiduguri.

The North-East states involved are Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, Taraba, and Yobe. The governors are working together to ensure a smooth launch of the airline, which aims to improve connectivity within the sub-region.

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