The Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, has hinted at plans for the resumption of cargo flights between Nigeria and Saudi Arabia.
Keyamo while reeling out the achievements of the aviation sector at the 3rd ministerial updates on Monday in Abuja, said the feat would be achieved through collaboration with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
According to Keyamo, the decision was finalised during a recent visit to Saudi Arabia, where he met with his counterpart.
“I have good news for you from Saudi Arabia. I met my counterpart in Saudi Arabia and we have agreed to resume cargo flights,” Keyamo stated.
He highlighted that these flights had been suspended for an extended period but with the new agreement, cargo services would be restored to boost trade and logistical connections between the two nations.
Keyamo also addressed another critical issue on Monday concerning the clearance of foreign airlines’ funds trapped in Nigeria.
