The Federal Government of Nigeria and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have announced plans to revive cargo flight operations in a bid to boost bilateral trade and economic cooperation. This development was disclosed by Nigeria’s Aviation and Aerospace Minister, Festus Keyamo, during a ministerial news briefing on the administration of President Bola Tinubu’s sectorial update in Abuja on Monday.
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Minister Keyamo revealed that a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Nigeria and Saudi Arabia is nearing completion. He mentioned that discussions have already taken place with his Saudi counterpart to finalize the agreement. “During my recent visit to Saudi Arabia, I worked towards reviving long-dormant cargo flight operations between Nigeria and the country,” Keyamo stated.
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The revival of these cargo flights is expected to facilitate direct air freight services between Saudi Arabia and the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA) in Kano, Nigeria. This move is anticipated to significantly enhance the efficiency of goods transportation, thereby fostering increased trade activities between the two nations.
Minister Keyamo highlighted the strategic importance of this initiative, noting that it aligns with broader efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s aviation sector and expand its international trade links. The re-establishment of cargo flights is seen as a crucial step towards improving economic ties and creating new opportunities for businesses in both countries.
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