Pros and Cons of the Demolition of Private Jet Hangers for the Expansion of Murtala Muhammed International Airport 2 in Nigeria
The decision of the federal government of Nigeria, through its minister of aviation, Senator Hadi Sirika, to approve the demolition of private jet hangers belonging to Dominion and Evergreen Apple private jet companies has elicited mixed reactions from Nigerians. The move is part of the government's plan to expand the apron side of the newly constructed Murtala Muhammed International Airport 2 and guarantee optimum use of the facility. Dominion Hangar is reportedly owned by the Senior Pastor of Living Faith World Outreach (Winners Chapel), Bishop David Oyedepo, while a former Director-General of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, Dr Harold Demuren, is rumoured to have a stake in Evergreen Apple. In this article, we will examine the good and bad sides of this decision by the federal government, taking into consideration the implications for the economy, the aviation industry, and the affected private jet owners. Good side of the decision........... Development of Infrastr