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The Zamfara Government has signed an Air Route Development Partnership Agreement with XEJet Limited for scheduled commercial flights between Gusau International Airport and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.
This is contained in a statement issued by Suleiman Idris, spokesperson for Gov. Dauda Lawal, in Gusau on Monday.
The statement said the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) marked an important step towards improving connectivity and facilitating business, investment, tourism and economic growth in Zamfara.
It added that the Deputy Governor, Malam Mani Mummuni, chaired the signing ceremony.
According to the statement, the Secretary to the State Government, Malam Abubakar Nakwada, signed on behalf of the State Government.
The statement reads in part: “The Zamfara Government has signed an Air Route Development Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with XEJet Limited for scheduled commercial flights connecting Abuja and Gusau.
“Under the agreement, XEJet will operate bi-weekly flights beginning next month.
“The new air route will enhance access to Zamfara and open greater opportunities for investors, businesses and visitors.”
In his remarks at the ceremony, the deputy governor emphasised that the partnership aligned with the state government’s strategic goal of enhancing transportation infrastructure.
According to him, the Gusau International Airport was built from scratch and completed within two years.
“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.
“Gov. Lawal has been actively seeking international investors and donor agencies, all of whom are willing to invest in Zamfara.
“This milestone of initiating commercial flights will attract potential investors.
“Improving the state’s accessibility is our top priority, as it will create a more welcoming environment for business growth and investment,” the deputy governor said.
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