The Federal Government has announced a comprehensive rehabilitation of Terminal One at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos, a project set to transform the nation’s busiest aviation hub.
The 22-month initiative, costing ₦712,258,565,482.18, was approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) and will be executed by the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC), according to Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo.
Speaking after the FEC meeting chaired by President Bola Tinubu in Abuja on Thursday, Keyamo revealed that the project involves stripping Terminal One down to its structural core and rebuilding it with modern mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
“We are not doing patchwork anymore. The old terminal will be stripped to its carcass and rebuilt to deliver a world-class airport,” he stated, emphasizing the administration’s commitment to long-term solutions over temporary fixes.
The overhaul is part of a broader ₦987 billion aviation infrastructure upgrade across Nigeria, funded through the Renewed Hope Infrastructure Development Fund.
Alongside the terminal rebuild, the project includes expanding the apron at Terminal Two, constructing new access roads, bridges, and a 14.6-kilometer perimeter fence equipped with CCTV cameras, solar-powered floodlights, and intrusion detection systems.
The apron expansion, costing ₦24,274,544,888.91, will accommodate more aircraft and is expected to be completed in 17.5 months.
Keyamo highlighted the significance of the upgrades for Nigeria’s aviation sector, noting that MMIA accounts for 60 percent of the country’s entry and exit traffic.
“President Tinubu has turned his attention to aviation, and these projects will deliver modern, safer, and more efficient airports,” he said.
The minister also addressed the poor state of the old terminal, referencing a fire incident on September 6, 2023, which underscored the urgency of the renovation.
The project aims to bring MMIA up to global standards, enhancing passenger experience and operational efficiency.
Terminal Two, commissioned in March 2022 with a capacity for 14 million passengers annually, will also see improvements to complement the revamped Terminal One.
The minister assured stakeholders, including airport unions, of a transparent process, noting their inclusion in project planning.
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