Senator Bala Mohammed, the Governor of Bauchi State, has officially inaugurated a daily flight service connecting Abuja and Bauchi, to be operated by ValueJet airline, with a strong commitment to passenger safety.
During the inaugural flight held at Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa International Airport in Bauchi yesterday, the governor underscored the significance of Valuejet Airline’s renewed daily flights from Abuja to Bauchi.
The move, he stated, is a pivotal step in the ongoing endeavors of his administration to bolster transportation infrastructure and facilitate the movement of goods and services, ultimately driving economic development within the state.
Governor Mohammed noted that transportation is the lifeblood of any thriving economy, “as flights from Abuja to Bauchi play pivotal roles in connecting our state with the rest of the country,” and emphasized commitment to ensure ease of doing business, security, and the safe movement of people and goods within the state
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Acknowledging the state government’s partnership with Value Jet Airline, Mohammed emphasized that it underscores the substantial potential and opportunities within Bauchi State. He also vowed to secure the airline’s profitability and efficient functioning in the state.
The governor expressed gratitude to the regulatory agencies within the Federal Ministry of Aviation for their valuable support in upholding Bauchi Airport to international standards and best practices.
He reaffirmed the government’s steadfast dedication to enhancing the ease of conducting business, emphasizing the pivotal role a well-operating airport plays in unlocking tourism and investment prospects in Bauchi State and the northern region of Nigeria.
