The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria ,FAAN,  has revealed that the  remodeled Sultan Saddik Abubakar III International Airport, Sokoto will soon be ready for commissioning as the contractor handling the project has commenced putting finishing touches to the ongoing remodeling work at the airport . The 30-year-old airport, is one of the 22 airports undergoing remodeling.

According to the spokesman of the Aviation parastal, Yakubu Dati , ‘’ the remodelled terminal has a full complement of modern facilities which include; offices, shops, conveyor belts, screening machines, check-in counters, restaurants and ultra modern VIP lounge. The ambience of the departure and arrival lounges have also been improved considerably to provide sufficient comfort for all passengers and crew.”

He further said; “Sultan Abubakar III International Airport, which serves as a major link between the North Western part of the country and the rest of the world, will experience new business opportunities with the new commercial offerings that the remodeled terminal will now offer airport users there. The airport offers flight connections to Lagos, Abuja and Kano, thereby serving as a major catalyst for investment in the North West zone of the country.’’

It is expected that the remodeled Sultan Abubakar III International Airport will be commissioned before the end of the fourth quarter of the year.