By Muhammad Amaan
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has commissioned the newly upgraded Dankabo Domestic Terminal at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA).
The commissioning marks another significant milestone in Nigeria’s airport modernisation journey.
A statement issued to newsmen by FAAN said the upgraded terminal features enhanced baggage handling, modern check-in facilities, improved passenger lounges, upgraded air-conditioning systems and other critical infrastructure.
Health Reporters Newspaper reports that the new infrastructures aimed to deliver a more seamless and world-class passenger experience.
Speaking at the commissioning, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo, announced the Federal Government’s approval of ₦46 billion for the rehabilitation of MAKIA’s primary and secondary runways.
According to him, the rehabilitation will further strengthening Kano’s position as a strategic aviation gateway to Northern Nigeria.
Also speaking, the Chairman of the FAAN Board of Directors, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, described the project as a demonstration of the Federal Government’s commitment to infrastructure renewal under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
He commended the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development and FAAN Management for delivering projects that strengthen aviation and support economic growth.
Earlier, Managing Director and Chief Executive of FAAN, Mrs Olubunmi Kuku, reaffirmed the Authority’s commitment to transforming airport infrastructure and elevating passenger experience across Nigeria.
