Governor Umo Eno inspects Victor Attah Airport upgrade, driving Uyo toward West Africa’s emerging aviation hub

UYO, NIGERIA (NPA) — March 24, 2026 — Pastor Umo Eno, Governor of Akwa Ibom State in Southern Nigeria, has inspected the ongoing remodelling and upgrade works at the Victor Attah International Airport, which is being prepared to commence international flight operations.
Following the tour, Governor Eno expressed satisfaction with the steady progress achieved by the contractors. He noted: “We are putting all critical requirements of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority in place to ensure a smooth and successful take-off. While a few gaps have been identified, steps are already being taken to address them and fast-track completion.”
The governor commended the contractors for their diligence and praised the officials of the state-owned airline, Ibom Air, for their strategic contributions. He described the project as a landmark effort in transforming Victor Attah International Airport into a major aviation hub in West Africa.
Governor Eno further urged the Ibom Air team to continue deploying their expertise as the state works toward positioning the airport as a regional aviation powerhouse, emphasising that the benefits will extend beyond Akwa Ibom to the wider subregion.
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