Jonathan lands at Ebonyi airport, calls for greater patronage

Author: Casmir NwankwoPublished on: September 19, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Jonathan lands at Ebonyi airport, calls for greater patronage

Former President Goodluck Jonathan arrived at Chuba Okadigbo International Airport in Ebonyi State on Saturday, where he was received by Deputy Governor Princess Patricia Onyemaechi Obila. The state government renewed its appeal to airlines and private aircraft operators for greater patronage of the airport, emphasizing its strategic importance for economic and tourism development in the region. Jonathan was en route to Boki in Cross River State to attend a function.

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