The Minister of Aviation, Sen. Hadi Sirika revealed that the Federal Government is still committed to flying the national carrier drawing all the lessons from its previous attempts.
Sirika at the 7th Edition of Aviation Workers’ Week on Tuesday in Abuja with the theme: “Contributions of a National Carrier to the Socio-economic Development of Nigeria” said the actualisation of the national carrier will create many jobs for Nigerians in the aviation sector in order to boost the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
Represented by Mr Muhammad Shehu, Director of Planning, Research and Statistics (PRS) in the ministry, Sirika commended the ministry’s efforts to resuscitate and redefine the operational modality of the national carrier.
“Our focus to fly the national carrier is still on course despite what we read on media.
“It is my hope that all the invitees and those in attendance after this event will have a lesson which should further shape our opinion of necessity of national carrier.
“At this juncture, permit me to salute the creative instinct and reflective intelligence of the joint council in the choice of the theme and efforts put in place to organise this traditional but important event.
“I am humbled by your invitation, supportive spirit and high sense of responsibility. Management can only look forward to lend more support in your future activities,” the minister said.
