Work is nearing completion at the multi billion Naira new Bayelsa State Cargo
airport located at Amassoma in Southern Ijaw, Bayelsa State.
A team of media practitioners were at the site recently to see the state
of work.
The 3.5 kilometer runway (the longest in West Africa sub region) is
almost completed.
The construction of the new tarmac building is also in progress during
the time of the visit.
Officials of the Bayelsa State Government who conducted newsmen around
the airport said it will be a hub for commercial activities around the
South South because of the volume of traffic being expected.
It is also expected to boost tourism in the State.
The State Governor, Seriake
Dickson according to them wants to use the airport when fully commissioned to
open up the state to the world.
Presently, the only means of accessing the state is through the Port
Harcourt airport in Rivers State.
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