Plateau State Launches Committee for Airport Upgrade

On [date not specified], Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State inaugurated a private sector-driven technical committee aimed at upgrading Yakubu Gowon International Airport. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance the state's infrastructure, particularly to support agricultural exports and tourism.

The committee, chaired by Mr. Kudla Satumari, is tasked with assessing the airport's facilities, including the runway, terminal building, and fire service installations.

Arc. Samuel Jatau, the Secretary to the State Government, emphasized the importance of aligning investments with the African Development Bank's funding for the Special Agro-Processing Zone located in the Heipang Corridor.

The committee is expected to submit its recommendations within two months, which will enable the government to meet its obligations regarding transport infrastructure. The airport's runway, measuring 3,000 meters, is noted to have exceeded its lifespan, necessitating urgent upgrades to enhance its capacity and attract investments in the agricultural sector.