Makinde says plans to make Ibadan airport regional transport hub intact

Seyi Makinde, Oyo State Governor, on Thursday, said that the plans by his administration to make Ibadan airport a regional transport hub are on course.

This will entail improving social services and expanding infrastructure at the airport to enhance the economic growth of the state.

The governor made this known while receiving Olaonipekun Makinde, an Air vice-marshal and air officer commanding, (AOC), Logistics Command, Ikeja at the Governor’s Office.

Governor Makinde appreciated the Nigerian Air Force, especially the NAF Detachment, Ibadan, for their contribution to the security architecture of the state.

Makinde said his administration is trying to expand the runway at the airport so that bigger aircraft could land, which, according to him, should be a true alternative to Lagos.

This drive to make Ibadan a regional aviation hub also includes creating a connection between Ibadan and Port Harcourt in the shortest possible time.