Nigerian Government Allocates N87.31 Billion for Aviation Infrastructure Development
The Nigerian government has proposed a budget of N87.31 billion for the Ministry of Aviation and its agencies in the 2026 Appropriation Bill, with 80% allocated to capital expenditure. Key entities like the Nigerian Meteorological Agency, Nigerian College of Aviation Technology, and Nigeria Airspace Management Agency are set to receive significant funding for personnel, overhead, and capital projects.
Minister Festus Keyamo emphasizes the importance of infrastructure renewal for safety and service delivery in the aviation sector. The budget presentation highlighted a strong focus on capital spending to improve efficiency and safety.
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