Aviation Minister inspects Ekiti Agro-Allied Cargo Airport

Aviation and Aerospace Development Minister Festus Keyamo and Governor Abiodun Oyebamiji inspect the airport

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has inspected the facilities at the Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport in Ado-Ekiti towards its readiness for non-schedule passenger operations.

Festus Keyamo, who was in the state on a two-day working visit, commended the state-of-the-art facilities and the airport’s international-standard runway, which position it as a hub for agro-cargo and emerging passenger operations.

The recent approval by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) for non-schedule passenger operations marks a significant milestone in the airport’s development.

The minister was received by the Governor of Ekiti State, Abiodun Abayomi Oyebanji, alongside key members of the Ekiti State Government,

The Governor eulogised the Minister and expressed gratitude for his unwavering commitment to aviation.

The Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport is strategically positioned to support Nigeria’s non-oil export strategy, providing farmers and exporters with seamless access to international markets. With its operational advancements and continued support from the Federal Government, the airport is set to become a catalyst for socio-economic development.

The Minister’s visit reaffirms the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development’s dedication to creating a robust and inclusive aviation ecosystem that supports both cargo and passenger operations.