Akwa Ibom Governor, Eno, Briefs Keyamo On Ibom Air …Seeks Partnership With Aviation Ministry

The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Uno Udom Bassey Emmanuel, on Friday visited the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo, in his office to brief him on the state’s investments, Ibom Air operated by Akwa Ibom Investment Corporation (AKICORP).

During the visit, the Akwa Ibom governor informed the Minister about the successes of Ibom Air, which he said is fast becoming the toast of the aviation industry.

The CEO of Ibom Air-Mr. Mfon Udom had earlier announced the delivery of ten (10) brand new Airbus A220-300 ordered from the 2021 Dubai Airshow to further ease its airline operations.

These were contained in a statement by SA Media and Communications To The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Tunde Moshood, dated November 24, 2023.

“This visit is long overdue, there’s a need to brief you officially that we have just taken delivery of brand new aircrafts, ten of them-Airbus A220-300 from the manufacturer, this will further ease airline operations and position Ibom Air for expansion across diverse African destinations,” the governor said

Governor Eno added that they were looking at factoring out a symbiotic relationship between Akwa Ibom State and the the Aviation Minister, a situation where he said the aircrafts’ overhaul facility, Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul-MRO will officially be concessioned by the federal government.

The governor then used the opportunity to invite the Minister to Akwa Ibom for an inspection tour of the MRO facility at his convenient time.

In his response, the Minister commended the efforts of the Akwa Ibom State government on its commitment and determination to provide world-class airline services to the nation.