It was a joyous moment in Ogun State on Tuesday as the first commercial flight took off from the Gateway International Airport, Iperu-Remo, to Abuja.
The passengers of the maiden flight were conveyed to the Federal Capital Territory by Value Jet Airline.
The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, who spoke to journalists after the plane took off at 10:02 a.m., described the event as a major milestone in the actualisation of his administration’s vision to transform the state into an investment-friendly and economically viable entity.
The elated governor said the new airport was a strategic component of the state’s multi-modal transportation master plan, designed to integrate road, rail, air, and water transport systems, thereby boosting trade, tourism, and industrialisation.
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“It’s a delightful honour to witness the inaugural flight of a commercial aircraft taking off from Ogun State.
“This is not like Artificial Intelligence (AI); this is real — commercial operations starting from Ogun State in the lifetime of an administration.
“We came here in 2021; some people said it was just politics, some said it was just a dump site, but we are here today, and you have seen what can be achieved when there is vision, passion, and diligence.
“Building an airport is one thing; having an airport become operational is a totally different thing. It is a highly regulated industry,” he said.
He appreciated God for making it possible, noting that God had given the team the grace to envision, implement, and see it happen.
Abiodun commended the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), and the security agencies for their support and professionalism throughout the airport’s certification and approval process.
According to the governor, the Gateway International Airport is expected to serve as a key driver for investment inflow, job creation, and improved connectivity.
He appreciated the people of the state for their support, noting that his administration, since inception, had transformed the socio-economic status of the state by making it an investment destination of choice.
The Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Hon. Oludaisi Elemide, expressed joy at the latest development in the state.
“I feel elated, excited, and on top of the world that this is happening in Ogun State under a government in which I am a part.
“The economic gains, the comfort, and the convenience are some of the advantages of this airport in Ogun State. I don’t need to go to Lagos. Within 20 to 30 minutes, I am here,” he said.
The State Head of Service, Mr Kehinde Onasanya, described the event as historic and a giant step towards economic development.
The Senator representing Ogun Central, Shuaib Salis, said there was nothing more exciting than taking a flight from one’s own state.
“The Senate is resuming plenary today. There is nothing more exciting than to take a flight from your own state, in an airport built by the state government, in an aeroplane operated by another son of Ogun State.
“History is being made. We are grateful to God and the governor. It is a great opportunity,” he said. Please Help Us Follow Trending News Channel on WhatsApp