Cross River State Set to Receive Four Brand-New Boeing Aircraft, Boosting Cally Air Fleet and Enhancing Air Travel
By Cynthia Maduekwe
Cross River State is poised to revolutionize air travel to and from Calabar, the state capital, with the upcoming arrival of four brand-new Boeing aircraft within the next two months. This significant development was announced by Governor Bassey Otu during a meeting with Commissioners for Information from All Progressive Congress (APC) states at his Calabar office on Friday.
Represented by his deputy, Peter Odey, Governor Otu explained that the acquisition of these aircraft is part of a comprehensive strategy to address the challenges faced by visitors to the state. The new aircraft will bolster the fleet of Cally Air, the state-owned airline, and offer daily flights from Margaret Ekpo International Airport in Calabar to Abuja and Lagos.
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This pioneering effort marks a significant milestone in Nigeria’s aviation industry, as Cross River State becomes the first state to operate its own intercity airline. The governor also revealed that the state is developing a cargo and passenger airport in Obudu, which will be just a 20-minute flight from Calabar International Airport, providing seamless access to the renowned Obudu Ranch Resort.
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Furthermore, the state government is constructing an extensive railway transportation network to connect the entire state, stretching from Bakassi to Obudu. This will establish Cross River State as a one-stop tourism and business hub, offering unparalleled convenience and accessibility for tourists and entrepreneurs alike.
