Of recent, a lot of dust has been raised over the decision of the Yobe State Government of Alhaji Ibrahim Gaidam to construct an N11 billion cargo airport for the state. Many commentators are of the opinion that it is akin to putting the horse before the cart, because there are numerous areas, notably education, health, agriculture and infrastructure provision begging for attention, and that such huge amount could be better utilised there. Among their arguments is that giving attention to these areas would empower youths, directly and indirectly and...