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President Tinubu Renames Federal Airports, Honoring Buhari, Awolowo, Other Prominent Nigerians (SEE FULL LIST)
President Bola Tinubu Renames Federal Airports, Honoring Prominent Nigerians....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
President Bola Tinubu has officially renamed several federal airports in Nigeria, paying tribute to distinguished individuals. A memo issued by the Federal Ministry of Aviation on June 1, 2023, announced the renaming, stating it was part of ongoing reforms in the aviation sector. The airports now bear the names of notable personalities who have contributed significantly to Nigerian history. CONTINUE READING
The Maiduguri Airport has been renamed after former President Muhammadu Buhari, while the Port Harcourt Airport now honors the late nationalist Obafemi Awolowo. The Nasarawa Airport is named after the esteemed founder of the Sokoto Caliphate, Usman Dan Fodio. Other renamings include the Benin Airport in honor of the late Oba of Benin, Oba Akenzua II, and the Ebonyi Airport after the late Senate President Chuba Okadigbo. Additionally, the Ibadan Airport is now named after the late Premier of the old Western Region, Ladoke Akintola.
The complete list of renamed airports includes Akure Airport, Benin Airport, Dutse Airport, Ebonyi Airport, Gombe Airport, Ibadan Airport, Ilorin Airport, Kaduna Airport, Maiduguri Airport, Makurdi Airport, Minna Airport, Nassarawa Airport, Osubi Airport, Port Harcourt Airport, and Yola Airport. Each name change is a tribute to influential figures who have left indelible marks on Nigeria’s history and development.
