Nigeria: Keyamo Flag Off Kogi International Airport, Says Project Will Attract Investors, Boost Exports

What the report says

Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has backed the construction of the Kogi International Airport during the official flag-off of the project in Zariagi, Kogi State, alongside Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo. According to the Leadership report distributed by AllAfrica, Keyamo said the airport would help put Zariagi on the aviation map, improve connectivity and create a better environment for investment and trade.

He argued that large infrastructure projects can help draw companies, hotels and other businesses rather than waiting for investors to arrive first. He also said the airport could become a key signal of development for the state and support broader economic activity over time.

Governor Ododo described the airport as a strategic investment linked to Kogi’s future in agriculture and solid minerals. He said better air transport could help move farm produce and mineral resources, attract businesses and create jobs. The report noted that Kogi has several mineral deposits and strong agricultural potential, which supporters say could benefit from improved logistics and access to markets.

The minister linked the project to recent federal economic reforms and praised the state government for committing to major infrastructure. The foundation-laying ceremony marked the start of construction, though the article does not give details on the project cost, completion date or operational timeline.