Maldivian Politics in a nutshell 🤦 The airport for Faafu Atoll was originally planned—many years ago—to be built on Nilandhoo, the capital and most populous island of the atoll. That decision stood until the previous government came to power and abruptly changed the plan, opting instead to build the airport on the neighbouring island of Magoodhoo. Construction on Magoodhoo Airport was rushed ahead despite strong protests from the people of Nilandhoo. By the time the election arrived, the airpor