Governor Abba Yusuf unveils ambitious aviation project aimed at creating jobs for locally-trained pilots
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has announced plans to establish a state-owned commercial airline, a move expected to create employment opportunities for indigenes who have completed professional pilot training.
The governor made the disclosure during the 40th Executive Council Meeting at the Government House, Kano, where he received multiple awards, including an honour from the Kano State Pilot Association in recognition of his administration’s support for aviation training.
According to a statement issued Thursday by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa, the proposed Kano Airline is projected to begin operations within the next year.
“By the grace of God, the proposed Kano Airline will commence operations within the next one year. We are committed to providing all the necessary support to actualise the project and ensure its successful operation,” Yusuf said.
The governor also expressed satisfaction with the performance of Kano-sponsored pilots who underwent training in Jordan under a programme initiated by a previous administration.
“I am impressed by the outstanding performance of our young pilots. We will continue to support them and create opportunities for them to contribute meaningfully to the development of the aviation sector,” he added.
Earlier, the Chairman of the Kano State Pilot Association, Naziru Ibrahim, commended the governor for facilitating the revalidation of members’ flying licences.
“We appreciate Your Excellency for your continued support, particularly in helping our members revalidate their flying licences. We appeal for further assistance to enable them obtain their final certifications, which will qualify them to operate commercial flights both within Nigeria and internationally,” Ibrahim said.
