The Digest:
According to a new report from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), Nigeria’s air transport sector contributed N215.6 billion to the national GDP in 2023. The data reveals that just three states- the FCT, Lagos, and Rivers account for over 70% of this figure, cementing their role as The Central Spoke of the aviation industry
Key Points:
- Nigeria’s air transport GDP was N215.6 billion in 2023.
- The FCTs, Lagos, and Rivers contributed over 70% of the total.
- The FCT led with N69.88 billion (32.4% of the total).
- Lagos followed with N62.64 billion (29%).
- Rivers State ranked third with N22.91 billion (10.6%).
- The top 10 states accounted for over 95% of the sector's GDP.
- Ten states had no recorded air transport contribution for the year.
The data reveals a stark economic divide, with a few key hubs driving the sector while others contribute almost nothing.
Sources: TheCable
