The Kano State Government is set to launch a state-owned commercial airline to create aviation jobs and provide career opportunities for trained indigenous pilots in the state.
Governor Abba Yusuf disclosed that the proposed Kano Airline, when actualized, would serve as a platform for Kano-born pilots who have completed their professional training to begin their careers and contribute to the state’s economic growth.
Yusuf mentioned that the initiative forms part of broader efforts to strengthen the aviation sector while reducing unemployment among young professionals with specialised skills, and also expressed optimism about the performance of Kano-sponsored pilots trained in Jordan, describing their progress as a positive sign for the state’s future in the industry.
He pledged continued support for aviation professionals to ensure they can apply their expertise.
“By the grace of God, the proposed Kano Airline is expected to commence operations within the next one year,” Yusuf said.
“The government will ensure that those who have gone through aviation training have the support needed to apply their knowledge and skills,” he added.
The governor made the announcement yesterday during the 40th meeting of the Kano State Executive Council at the Government House, Kano, where he received several awards recognising his administration’s support for aviation development.
One of the honours came from the Kano State Pilot Association, which commended the governor’s role in assisting pilots with the revalidation of their flying licences.
Chairman of the association, Naziru Ibrahim, praised Yusuf for the support, describing it as a major boost to their professional advancement and appealed for additional assistance to enable members to obtain final certifications required to operate commercial flights within Nigeria and abroad.
The governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature, said that the planned airline reflects the administration’s commitment to expanding employment opportunities and investing in sectors capable of improving the state’s economy.