The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to make Sokoto State Hajj Airport fully operational ahead of the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage.
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, gave the assurance during a meeting with Sokoto State Governor, Dr. Ahmed Aliyu.
Keyamo highlighted Sokoto’s strategic role in Nigeria’s Hajj operations. He instructed aviation agencies to finalize infrastructure and operations on time and to address any potential bottlenecks.
Governor Aliyu said the airport is 90 percent complete and fully funded by the state government. He revealed that Sokoto is acquiring five aircraft to support operations and requested fast-tracked federal approvals to ensure the airport opens before the pilgrimage.
The Ministry reaffirmed its broader plan to strengthen Nigeria’s aviation network under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. The initiative aims to improve connectivity and support religious and economic activities nationwide.
