The Nigerian Government has approved the reopening of Osubi Airstrip in Warri, Delta State.
The Minister of Aviation, Senator Hadi Sirika gave the approval on Monday via his Twitter handle @hadisirika.
Sirika said the Osubi Airstrip was opened for daylight operations in Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions – no night operations.
“I have just approved the reopening of Osubi Airport, Warri, for daylight operations in VFR conditions, subject to all procedures, practices and protocols, including COVID-19, strictly being observed.
“There will not be a need for local approvals, henceforth,” said Sirika.
I have just approved the reopening of Osubi Airport Warri, for daylight operations in VFR conditions, subject to all procedures, practices and protocols, including COVID-19, strictly being observed. There will not be need for local approvals henceforth. 🇳🇬🙏🏽🇳🇬
— Hadi Abubakar Sirika (@hadisirika) March 1, 2021