Obudu Cargo Airport Set to Take Flight by April 2024, Cross River Government Says

The Cross River State Commissioner for Aviation, Eno Inah, has announced that the highly anticipated Obudu Cargo Airport is on track for completion by April 2024. This revelation came during an inspection of the project, where Inah stated that although the contractor initially set a 120-day completion timeline, he would like to extend it to 180 days from the inspection date.

Inah emphasized that the airport project, despite rumors of abandonment, is progressing well under the current administration, led by Governor Bassey Otu. The government is committed to ensuring the timely completion of this significant infrastructure project.

The Commissioner expressed his optimism, saying, “You can see that the various structures at the airport are at various stages of completion. The contractor has given his word that the Cargo Airport project will be completed in the next 120 days. As a responsible government, I put it at 180, to ensure that everything is done before commissioning.”

Inah highlighted the project’s potential benefits to the people and the state, citing improved economic livelihood for those residing near the airport and a boost in tourism due to its proximity to the famous Obudu Ranch. Meanwhile, the Project Manager, Shola Okeleye, reaffirmed their commitment to timely delivery and adherence to quality standards, providing a breakdown of the completion stages of various structures within the project.