Enugu State is set to make history this May with the launch of a state-owned airline, a 100-unit fleet of compressed natural gas (CNG) buses, and a smart transport programme-marking a major leap forward in mobility, sustainability, and economic development for the region.
The announcement, made over the weekend by Commissioner for Transportation Dr. Obi Ozor after a State Executive Council meeting, signals the government’s commitment to transforming Enugu into a modern transport hub and positioning the state as a destination for tourism and investment.
Enugu Air, the state’s new airline, will debut with three aircraft-two of which have already arrived, with the third expected by the end of May. Commercial operations are set to begin before the administration’s second anniversary on May 29, 2025. The airline is expected to boost regional connectivity, create jobs, and attract investment, with the long-term goal of establishing Enugu as a key player in Nigeria’s aviation sector.
“We are starting off with the initial three aircraft, and two of the aircraft are already on ground. The third one will be on ground by the end of this month,” Dr. Ozor confirmed. “We are hoping to start the commercial operations before the second year anniversary of this administration.”
The state’s mass transit initiative is also set to roll out 100 CNG-powered buses, with 50 already stationed at Okpara Square and the remaining 50 arriving in the coming weeks. All buses will commence commercial operations before the end of May, providing cleaner, more efficient transportation for residents.
Supporting this fleet are five new ultramodern bus terminals-two at Holy Ghost and one each at Gariki, Abakpa, and Nsukka-designed to serve as major transit hubs and improve passenger convenience across the state.
The Enugu Smart Transport Programme will launch within the next 150 days. This initiative will digitize ticketing, optimize routes, and introduce over 2,000 electric vehicles into the state’s transport ecosystem, furthering the administration’s commitment to sustainability and digital transformation.
Additionally, plans are underway to establish a CNG and electric vehicle manufacturing plant in Enugu, which will support local vehicle production, maintenance, and the broader clean-energy transition.
These transport projects are part of a larger development push by Governor Peter Mbah’s administration, which also includes upgrades to tourism sites and sports facilities in preparation for the 2026 National Sports Festival.
