The Gateway International Agro-Cargo Airport in Ogun State has secured approval for commercial operations from Nigerian aviation regulatory agencies, including the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, Nigerian Airspace Management Agency, and Nigerian Meteorological Agency.
This approval comes after a thorough inspection of the airport’s facilities, which have been praised as “world-class” and a “source of pride for Ogun State”.
Key Features of the Airport
1. State-of-the-art infrastructure: The airport boasts modern facilities, including a control tower, weather monitoring systems, runway, fire service stations, and apron, all meeting international standards.
2. World-class standards: The airport’s infrastructure has been commended for being on par with any standard airport globally.
3. 98% completion: The Senior Project Manager at Craneburg disclosed that the airport is 98% complete.
Reactions
1. Governor Dapo Abiodun’s administration: The quality of work executed under the administration has been commended, with emphasis on recognizing the project’s successful completion.
2. Aviation regulatory agencies: The agencies expressed satisfaction with the progress made, confirming the airport’s readiness for commercial operations.
This development is expected to transform Ogun State’s transportation landscape and elevate its status in the aviation sector.
Source: Punch
