{
  "id": 4609825,
  "title": "Binani Air Awards Contract to Global Firm for the Construction of State-of-the-Art MRO Hangar at Abuja Airport",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/binani-air-awards-contract-to-global-firm-for-the-construction-of",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-31T08:07:46.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Trust",
    "slug": "daily-trust",
    "url": "https://dailytrust.com/binani-air-awards-contract-to-global-firm-for-the-construction-of-state-of-the-art-mro-hangar-at-abuja-airport/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Nigerian aviation sector is poised for significant growth following the signing of a multi-million-dollar contract by Binani Air, a prominent emerging airline. The contract will see the construction of a state-of-the-art Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) hangar at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. This mega facility will serve as a major boost to Nigeria's aviation industry, highlighting Binani Air's dedication to fostering the country's aviation sector. Currently, most domestic airlines rely on foreign facilities in Europe, the Middle East, and other African countries for heavy maintenance checks. This new project is expected to reduce this dependence while attracting approximately $218 million in annual foreign exchange. The chairman of Binani Group, Senator Aishatu Dahiru Ahmed Binani, stated that the 12-month project will revolutionize aircraft maintenance in Nigeria. By partnering with a global firm, Binani Air aims to significantly enhance the country's aircraft maintenance capacity and reduce its reliance on overseas services.",
  "summary": "Nigeria’s aviation industry is set to receive a major boost with the signing of a multi-million-dollar contract for the construction of a state-of-the-art Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) hangar by Binani Air, one of the country’s most emerging airlines. The mega MRO facility will be located at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, Nigeria’s major […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}