LunagisthubFederal Government Prioritizes Infrastructure in N87.31bn Aviation Budget
The Federal Government has proposed a total allocation of N87.31 billion for the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development and its agencies in the 2026 Appropriation Bill. The bulk of the funding, N70.19 billion, is directed towards capital expenditure, representing over 80% of the total allocation .
The Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development received the highest allocation of N50.65 billion, with N48.55 billion for capital projects. The Nigerian Meteorological Agency was allocated N11.84 billion, while the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology, Zaria, is to receive N11.28 billion .
The strong tilt towards capital spending aligns with the position of the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, who has consistently argued that infrastructure renewal remains critical to improving safety, efficiency, and service delivery in the aviation sector .
– N70.19 billion allocated for capital projects, representing over 80% of the total allocation
– N14.78 billion set aside for personnel costs and N2.34 billion for overheads
– Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development received the highest allocation of N50.65 billion
– Nigerian Meteorological Agency allocated N11.84 billion, with personnel costs accounting for N9.15 billion .
The proposed budget suggests that the Federal Government is committed to improving the aviation sector’s infrastructure, safety, and efficiency. The allocation of funds to various agencies and projects is expected to enhance service delivery and strengthen safety oversight across the sector .
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