By Jude Opara, Abuja
The Federal Government of Nigeria has pledged to support the proposed establishment of the Baze University Aviation School with a dedicated runway in Bwari, Abuja.
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo gave the assurance when the management of Baze University, led by its Chancellor , Senator Yusuf Datti Baba- Ahmed, paid him a courtesy visit in his office.
Keyamo said, “The proposed Baze University Aviation School in Abuja is to strengthen Nigeria’s aviation sector and close critical skills gaps. The ministry is committed to national development, stressing that the protection of Nigeria’s interests remains our foremost priority.
“I commend Senator Baba-Ahmed for his passion, vision, and resilience in promoting quality education, noting that the proposed Aviation University aligns with the country’s drive to develop skilled manpower in the aviation industry.
“I support the initiative, it is a strategic project capable of enhancing national connectivity, strengthening Nigeria’s aviation ecosystem, and positioning the country as a regional hub for aviation development in West Africa,” he said.
