Commercial flights from Gusau International Airport to Abuja begin next month

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Commercial flights from the Gusau International Airport to the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, will begin next month, in October, 2026.

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The Zamfara State Government announced this when it signed an Air Route Development Partnership Agreement with XEJet Limited for scheduled commercial flights between Gusau and Abuja on Monday.

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The Memorandum of Understanding signed yesterday marked an important step towards improving connectivity and facilitating business, investment, tourism and economic growth in Zamfara State.

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A statement by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, disclosed that the Zamfara State Deputy Governor, Malam Mani Mummuni, chaired the signing ceremony.

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The statement added that the Secretary to the State Government, Malam Abubakar Mohammed Nakwada, signed on behalf of the State Government.

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The statement read in parts: “Zamfara State government has signed an Air Route Development Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with XEJet Limited for scheduled commercial flights connecting Abuja and Gusau.

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“Under the agreement, XEJet will operate bi-weekly flights beginning next month.

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“The new air route will enhance access to Zamfara and open greater opportunities for investors, businesses and visitors.”

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In his remarks at the ceremony, the deputy governor emphasised that the partnership aligns with the state government’s strategic goal of enhancing transportation infrastructure.

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He said, “The Gusau International Airport was built entirely from scratch and completed within two years.”

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“The main goal of constructing the airport is to make it easier and more efficient for people and goods to move, which should help boost the economy.”

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“Governor Lawal has been actively seeking international investors and donor agencies, all of whom are willing to invest in Zamfara.”

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“This milestone of initiating a commercial flight will draw potential investors. Improving the state’s accessibility is our top priority, as it will create a more welcoming environment for business growth and investment.”

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