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The managing director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) Capt. Rabiu Yadudu has called for collaboration with the Imo State government to develop infrastructure at the Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport, Owerri.
Yadudu who made the plea when he paid a courtesy visit to the governor of the state, Mr. Emeka Ihedioha said the airport “is very strategic to the economic development of the south eastern region.”
He expressed his appreciation to the governor and people of the state for their hospitality and tremendous support shown to the Authority.
Highlighting the huge business and tourism potential of the airport, Yadudu noted that any investment in the airport will be a catalyst for the development of the State and will create employment for the indigenes.
He assured Ihedioha of FAAN’s commitment to consolidate its partnership with the state towards improving on safety and security infrastructure at the airport.
Responding, the governor thanked Yadudu and his entourage for the visit and expressed the government’s readiness to continually support FAAN to develop critical infrastructure at the airport.
The meeting was in continuation of Yadudu’s interaction with critical stakeholders.
He had, on July 31, visited the executive governor of Oyo State, Mr. Seyi Makinde to discuss areas of collaboration to grow Ibadan Airport.