Media personality, Nana Yaa Brefo, has disclosed that the Kumasi International Airport was closed down after its commissioning by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo in Kumasi, the capital of the Ashanti Region.
She pointed out that the closure was due to ongoing construction works needed to finalize the project.
She further mentioned that the airport is scheduled to commence full operations in September 2024, allowing for public access and use, despite the recent commissioning.
During an Instagram live session monitored by GhanaWeb, Yaa Brefo mentioned that the old Kumasi Airport is currently in use to allow for the completion works on the new one to be done.
"After the Kumasi International Airport was commissioned yesterday, it was closed down again. I've heard that the airport's use will start in June, but full operation is set for September.
"Despite its commissioning yesterday, we couldn't use it. So, we are still using the old airport," she stated.
About the commissioning of the Kumasi International Airport
The magnificent Agyemang Prempeh I International Airport in Kumasi was officially inaugurated and opened to the public with a ceremony on May 10, 2024.
TV3 and GTV Ghana featured visuals of the airport's interior on their X pages, showcasing the newly installed equipment ready for public use.
The airport's interior is divided into various operational areas, with most staircase walls made of glass to add to the visual appeal.
Upon entry, visitors encounter the welcoming sign "Nante Yie," which means "safe journey."
The airport is expected to enhance the Ashanti Region's global profile and contribute to the economic prosperity of the local community.
The inauguration event was attended by a variety of stakeholders and government entities, signifying the facility's formal opening for public service.
In his speech, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo expressed his delight at the project's completion and addressed sceptics who doubted its fruition.
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