The minister said the facility aimed to enhance cargo
exports and address concerns related to shelf life, temperature control,
packaging, handling, and regulatory compliance.
Keyamo emphasised the centre’s role in overcoming challenges
associated with exporting perishable goods.
NAHCO is a Nigerian air transportation support service
company that offers ground handling service, cargo handling, power
distribution, and fueling for Nigeria’s air transport industry.
Two weeks ago, the firm disclosed during a press conference
that it invested N1bn in the facility.
Keyamo was represented by the Managing Director of the
Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, Olubunmi Kuku.
The minister said, “In a world where revenue growth is key,
I want to assure Nigeria Aviation Handling Company that we will continue to
support them in this and other ventures.
“I hope that exporters and other stakeholders will take full
advantage of this facility to boost Nigeria’s export numbers, which will impact
positively on our balance of payment position and strengthen the Naira.”
In December, Keyamo established the cargo services
directorate in FAAN to enhance freight services, foster innovation, and
ameliorate issues besetting the sector.
Kuku, who also assumed office as FAAN DG in December
highlighted FAAN’s commitment to promoting cargo development, forming a
committee to address facilitation challenges, particularly in exports.
She also commended NAHCO for its innovative approach to
business.
The DG stated, “I think it helps when an experienced
business like yours sees the business sense in building a facility such as this
to aid other businesses.”
Similarly, the Chairman of NAHCO, Seinde Fadeni, expressed
appreciation for the government’s support in alleviating business challenges.
“We have achieved this and the new task is to set a new
goal. Our only request to the government on this occasion would be that; should
we need your support in our quest to move aviation forward in Nigeria in our
little way, please be there for us”, the chairman said.
Fadeni reiterated NAHCO’s belief in Nigeria’s potential for
food exports, underlining the critical role that government support plays in
realising this vision.
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