In a bold move to revamp Nigeria’s aviation infrastructure, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a whopping N712 billion for the complete rehabilitation and modernisation of Terminal One at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos.
Announced by Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, the 22-month project—awarded to CCECC—will strip the aging terminal down to its structural bones before a full upgrade, including state-of-the-art mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
This game-changing investment also covers the expansion of Terminal Two, with construction of new access roads, aprons, bridges, and more—all in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s push for modern infrastructure.
To boost airport security, FEC also approved N49.9 billion for a 14.6-kilometre perimeter fence packed with CCTV, motion sensors, solar floodlights, and a real-time command centre. Safety and innovation? Check!
“Anyone or anything close to the fence will be detected immediately, and the location pinpointed. The council also approved greenlit upgrades at other key airports across the country. At Malam Aminu Kano International Airport in Kano, FEC approved N46.39 billion for the rehabilitation of both runways and taxiways, along with an upgrade of the airfield lighting to Category Two (CAT 2) standards.
The 24-week project is expected to significantly improve operational safety and reduce weather-related flight disruptions.”
Port Harcourt International Airport is also set for a runway and taxiway rehabilitation, with airfield lighting upgrades to CAT 2 standards approved at a cost of ₦42.14 billion.
In Lagos airport, airfield lighting on Runways 18 Left and 36 Right, as well as on Taxiways B and C, will be upgraded to CAT 2 LED systems under a N44.13 billion contract with a 30-week completion period.
To further improve operations at Lagos’ domestic wing, the council approved the reconstruction and conversion of over 82,000 square meters of apron areas.
This project, valued at N24.27 billion, will be carried out in phases over approximately 17 and a half months to expand aircraft parking space and ease traffic management.
In a major shift toward private sector involvement in airport management, FEC also approved the full business case for the 30-year concession of Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu.
The concession includes the completion and operation of the airport’s cargo terminal by a private consortium.”
This is one of the largest single aviation investments in Nigeria’s history and a big win for travelers, aviation workers, and the economy!
