Ogun State-owned airline, Gateway Air, has announced plans to commence flight operations to major citiesac ross Nigeria as part of efforts to enhance connectivity.
This is contained in a statement on Saturday in Abeokuta by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to Gov. Dapo Abiodun, Mr. Kayode Akinmade.
Akinmade said that the airline would begin scheduled flights on Monday, covering routes including Iperu-Abuja, Abuja-Port-Harcourt, Abuja-Calabar, Abuja-Jos, and Iperu-Kano.
He noted that the flights are scheduled to operate on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
According to him, the airline is offering one-way economy fares starting from N100,000 to provide affordable travel options for passengers.
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Akinmade described the development as a significant step towards improving regional accessibility and strengthening economic activities through efficient air transport services.
He added that the initiative underscored the state government’s commitment to delivering reliable and customer-focused aviation services.
He urged prospective passengers to book early and stay updated through the airline’s official communication channels for flight schedules and other necessary information.
Credible News recalls that President Bola Tinubu on last Saturday commissioned the Gateway International Airport in Iperu and unveil a new state-owned airline, Gateway Air, marking a significant milestone in the state’s ongoing infrastructure development agenda.
The inauguration ceremony highlighted the federal and state collaboration in advancing transportation and economic growth in the region.
The President is also scheduled to commission and inspect several other key projects across sectors, including transportation, energy, agriculture, and security, reflecting the government’s commitment to comprehensive development and investment in the state’s economy.
According to a statement released by PBAT Media Centre, the projects slated for commissioning include the “unveiling of newly acquired aircraft under Gateway Air, the commissioning of a cargo facility at the airport, the 30MW Independent Power Plant at Onijanganjangan near Ewekoro, and major road projects such as the Ilishan–Iperu Road, the Sagamu–Iperu–Ode Remo–Sapade Road, and the Gateway International Airport Road.”
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