Federal Government debunks report on concession of Enugu Airport

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Federal Government debunks report on concession of Enugu Airport 







The Federal Government has debunked report suggesting that a lengthy term for the concession of Enugu International Airport.

While urging the public to disregard such malicious, untrue and baseless information, the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development stated that whilst it is true that the Federal Government is considering proposals for the concession of five major airports, no fixed duration has been established.

Spokesperson of Minister of Aviation, Tunde Moshood in a statement that the process for the concession of the airport terminals is still on going.

According to Festus Keyamo's media adviser , the government is still working around 

the  proactive measure to ensure these vital facilities can meet and maintain international standards.

He said  given the increasing financial demands of their operations, majority of  airports are presently running at a loss, propelling  them being  subsidised each month by the Federal Government.

He clarified :"  It is noteworthy that this initiative to concession started from previous administrations. 

At this stage, prospective concessionaires have indeed submitted various proposals, including different durations for the concession. It is important to emphasize that the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development has not established any fixed duration. 

"All submitted proposals are currently undergoing thorough evaluation that will eventually be reviewed by the ICRC before it is presented to the Minister for conveyance to FEC for approval. We can confirm that this review process has not been concluded.

" However, for the sake of transparency, the  Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo  directed, some months ago that the Aviation Labour Unions be included as part of the negotiating teams. 

"Therefore, we must state unequivocally that the information suggesting a predetermined concession duration is false, unfounded, and intended to cause unwarranted  disinfection and mistrust in this process by those with entrenched interests. 

" Please be assured that the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development is committed to a transparent process that adheres strictly to due process. 

"With his training and track record, the Minister will not allow anything untoward to happen under his watch. 

"He has so far run the Ministry in a transparent manner and will not fall into the same mistake of the past. We will ensure that all decisions are made in the best interest of the nation and the aviation sector."


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