The minister of aviation and aerospace development, Festus Keyamo, is set to inaugurate Enugu Air on July 7.

In an advertorial on Sunday, Enugu state government said the airline will begin its maiden domestic flight operations.

In the advertorial, signed by Obi Ozor, commissioner for transport, Enugu state, the government expressed delight at announcing the launch of the state-owned commercial airline.

According to the statement, the airline is part of the integrated blueprint of the administration of Peter Mbah, governor of Enugu state, for a modern, multifaceted transport ecosystem, and its vision to make Enugu a major aviation hub.

“Starting with an initial fleet of three Embraer E170 and E190 series aircraft selected for their efficiency, comfort, and adaptability to the regional market, Enugu Air is poised to establish a golden triangle with Enugu of its core, connecting Abuja and Lagos and subsequently extending to Port Harcourt, Owerri, Benin, Kano, and other strategic cities across Nigeria and beyond,” the advertorial reads.

With a strong foundation of innovation and sustainability, the government said it is “ready to redefine air travel,” and invited Nigerians to join the state as it takes “bold and historic stride”.