North-East states raise N10.8bn for regional air shuttle
The six North-East states have raised N10.8 billion as counterpart funding for the planned launch of a regional air shuttle. Borno State Governor and Chairman of the North East Governors’ Forum (NEGF), Babagana Zulum, disclosed this on Friday during the opening of the forum’s 10th meeting in Maiduguri. Zulum said the remaining contributions would be paid before […] North-East states raise N10.8bn…
The North-Eastern states of Nigeria have collectively raised N10.8 billion to fund the establishment of a regional air shuttle, according to Borno State Governor and Chairman of the North East Governors’ Forum, Babagana Zulum. This announcement was made during the opening of the forum's 10th meeting in Maiduguri. Zulum stated that the remaining contributions will be secured before the end of October to facilitate the commencement of flight operations.
He emphasized that the creation of the North East Air Shuttle is a significant stride towards enhancing connectivity within the sub-region, and he expressed optimism about the soon-to-be-realized dream.
Zulum urged the governors of Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, Taraba, and Yobe states to collaborate and ensure the smooth launch of the airline. Apart from this major initiative, he also highlighted other developmental projects in the region. He mentioned renewed oil exploration at the Kolmani oilfield in Bauchi State, which could generate employment opportunities, boost infrastructure, and increase revenue for host communities.
Furthermore, Zulum welcomed a $1 billion federal social protection project aimed at supporting households in the North-East, acknowledging its crucial role in aiding communities that have suffered years of insurgency and displacement.
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