Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, has described the N712 billion rehabilitation of Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA, as a boost to aviation.
FAAN’s Managing Director, Olubunmi Kuku, made the disclosure in a statement issued on Sunday.
Mr Kuku said the project reflects a forward-looking upgrade and firm commitment to travellers using the country’s main international gateway.
She said that following Federal Executive Council approval, the MMIA would undergo major works to transform it into a world-class aviation facility.
She said the works will include the rehabilitation and expansion of Terminal 1 (T1) at the MMIA.
Mrs Kuku also said Terminal 2 (T2) would be expanded to accommodate more wide-body aircraft.
She revealed that a new and efficient road network would be developed to reduce congestion and enhance access to the airport.
A skywalk will link the car park building with T2, while a connection building will unify Terminals 1 and 2.
Mrs Kuku assured that during rehabilitation, a clean and organised temporary departure hall would be provided for passengers’ comfort.
She added that the central square landscape would be redesigned to create a more welcoming environment for arriving passengers.
She said the revamped terminal would place MMIA on an international level and make it West Africa’s top aviation hub.
According to her, FAAN is reimagining MMIA—not only upgrading, but setting new global benchmarks in airport service.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports the rehabilitation covers international Terminal 1 phase 2 and expansion of Terminal 2, costing N712.25 billion.
It also includes roads, bridges, and supporting infrastructure at MMIA.
In Kano, N46.39 billion is allocated to rehabilitate Runways 06/26 and 05/23, and upgrade airfield lighting to CAT I level.
At MMIA, N49.8 billion will fund the construction of a 10.6km perimeter fence, operational roads, CCTV, and solar-powered lighting systems.
The Port Harcourt airport will receive N42.15 billion for runway and taxiway rehabilitation and lighting system upgrade to CAT I.
Lagos’ domestic wing will benefit from N44.13 billion for runway and taxiway rehabilitation, with upgraded CAT II lighting systems.
The rigid pavement reconstruction of Apron 6 phases 2 and 3 at MMA domestic terminal will cost N26.27 billion.
NAN reports the total cost of phased rehabilitation across these airports stands at N919.11 billion.
