PRESS RELEASE
NIGER STATE GOVERNMENT PARTNERS OVERLAND AIRWAYS TO LAUNCH FLIGHTS FROM BOLA AHMED TINUBU INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, MINNA
The Niger State Government is pleased to announce the commencement of scheduled flight operations from the newly inaugurated Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport, Minna, with Overland Airways Limited as the pioneer airline partner.
Flights will begin on April 23, 2025, connecting Minna to Abuja and Lagos, Nigeria’s political and commercial capitals.
The achievement comes through the visionary leadership of His Excellency, Dr. Mohammed Umaru Bago, and the strategic efforts of the New Niger Development Project (NNDP) and New Niger Aviation (NNA), a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) created to manage and enhance the aviation ecosystem in Niger State.
The partnership with Overland Airways—Nigeria’s longest-serving private domestic airline—represents a key milestone in actualizing Governor Bago’s infrastructural development blueprint and in positioning Niger State as a regional hub for investment, trade, and tourism.
According to Alhaji Liman Katamba Kutigi, Chief Operating Officer of NNA:
“This launch is more than an air route—it’s a bridge to opportunity. By partnering with Overland Airways, we are setting a new standard in regional air connectivity, with safety, reliability, and economic impact at the center. This is the beginning of a broader agenda to transform Niger State into a key player in Nigeria’s aviation and logistics corridor.”
The Niger State Ministry of Transport, in collaboration with the NNDP, also noted:
“The journey to make Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport operational has been long and deliberate—from infrastructure to compliance with aviation standards.
We are proud to deliver a world-class airport that reflects Niger State’s potential and ambition. The Governor’s commitment has been relentless, and this milestone is just the beginning.”
Flight Schedule Overview:
• Minna – Lagos – Minna: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
o Departs Lagos to Minna: 8:00 AM
o Departs Minna to Lagos: 3:00 PM
• Minna – Abuja – Minna: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
o Departs Minna to Abuja: 9:30 AM
o Departs Abuja to Minna: 2:00 PM
Overland Airways, known for its excellence in regional air travel, will operate these flights using its brand-new Embraer E-175 aircraft. The airline has maintained IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) registration since 2015 and operates a fleet that includes Embraer jets, ATR-42s, ATR-72s, and Beechcraft 1900Ds.
“We are honoured to be chosen as the launch airline for this historic route,” said Capt. Edward Boyo, CEO of Overland Airways.
“This service underscores our commitment to expanding connectivity across Nigeria and partnering with visionary governments like Niger State to bring growth closer to the people. We applaud Governor Bago and the NNA team for this bold and transformational move.”
For bookings and reservations, visit www.overlandairways.com or call:
📞 +234 803 123 4567 | +234 802 987 6543
