INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT - Aviation
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- The aviation sector is critical for fostering economic growth, enhancing connectivity, and promoting tourism Reforming and strengthening the aviation sector requires a multifaceted approach addressing the regulatory environment and operational challenges
- Appropriate sufficient funds for upgrading and expanding airport infrastructure, including runways, terminals, and air traffic control facilities
- Adopt legislative measures to encourage private sector participation through Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) for airport development and management
- Interface with the Executive on entering “Open Skies” agreements with strategic countries to promote competition, reduce airfares, and improve connectivity
- Enact stringent regulations to protect passengers’ rights concerning flight delays, cancellations, lost baggage, and other grievances. We will also strengthen the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to perform its statutory responsibilities better
- Collaborate with the Executive on tax reforms focusing on providing tax breaks, grants, or subsidised loans to airlines and other aviation businesses facing financial challenges.
- Support the provision of support mechanisms for domestic airlines to thrive, such as subsidised aviation fuel or tax breaks
- Mandate regular safety audits and assessments of airlines and airports and improve funding and training for aviation security personnel and equipment