JUST-IN: Major Overhaul Approved For Lagos Airport Terminal One With ₦712.26 Billion Investment.
The Federal Government of Nigeria has greenlit a transformative project to fully rehabilitate Terminal One at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos, with a budget of ₦712.26 billion. This ambitious initiative, announced on Thursday following a Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting chaired by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the State House in Abuja, marks a significant step in modernising Nigeria’s aviation infrastructure.
The comprehensive renovation, upgrade, and modernisation of Terminal One, described as the flagship project of a ₦900 billion nationwide aviation overhaul, has been entrusted to the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC). Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, revealed that the project entails stripping the ageing terminal down to its core structural framework. This will be followed by the installation of entirely new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems to ensure a state-of-the-art facility. “We are moving away from temporary fixes to deliver a long-term solution,” Keyamo stated, underscoring the government’s commitment to sustainable infrastructure development.
In addition to the Terminal One reconstruction, the FEC has approved the expansion of Terminal Two at MMIA. This includes the construction of a new apron, access roads, bridges, and related infrastructure, further enhancing the airport’s capacity and operational efficiency. The combined cost of all Lagos-related aviation projects totals ₦712.26 billion, making it one of the most significant single-location investments in Nigeria’s aviation history.
Security at MMIA is also set to receive a major boost, with the FEC approving a ₦49.9 billion project to construct a 14.6-kilometre steel perimeter fence. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, including an intrusion detection system, CCTV cameras, solar-powered floodlights, and a dedicated patrol road, the fence will be monitored by a modern command and control centre. Keyamo emphasised the system’s precision, noting, “Anyone or anything approaching the fence will be detected immediately, with the exact location pinpointed.”
This extensive redevelopment is expected to significantly improve passenger experience, operational efficiency, and security at MMIA, reinforcing Lagos’s position as a key aviation hub in Africa. The Terminal One project is slated for completion within 22 months, promising a modern, secure, and efficient gateway for travellers to Nigeria’s commercial capital.
