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Ezmans:
what am seeing here is a bad news for a nation like nigeria it's irritating

DEXTROVERT:
What
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Facelifting
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Pictures

This
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Mediocrity at large.
In the report that refuses to attach product of 5 month closure
And
Attached dilapidated structure

Leave this to Ibadan moguls alone
They will upgrade this structure that's look like an eatery

Even Item7 eatery fine pass this structure.
Go to South Africa, you see excellent airport structures
Not the attached that kook like Mami market / buka

creativejagaban:
You must be referring to the obidients gang like racoon, mrvitalis, givedemwotowo, brendaniel et al.

We don't need them to say good things about the country. They don't matter in the equation of things.

Negative news is what give them joy.

Positive news is what give us joy.

Tinubu till 2031.

INTEGRITYA1:
After five months of being closed down for upgrade to international standards, Ladoke Akintola Airport in Ibadan, Oyo State, has received its first flight.

Beautiful, let me use this opportunity to say this, I've been waiting for front page opportunity like this.

I've noticed that our people love to carry any news that look bad and usually keep mute on good news, most especially when it about our Country and our Economy.

Why am I saying this?

Lately most of our Banks are reporting huge profits but the news didn't trend enough.

But last year or so when they were reporting lost, it was all over the news. People are mocking government at the national level, saying all sorts of things.

But now that they are reporting profits, why is it that people badmouthing now keep mute and didn't use the same energy to celebrate the positive report.

I'm not saying is not good to criticize government when necessary, at least to checkmate and put them on their toes.

But we should not be turning blind eyes on good reports.

God Bless Nigeria.

drake2:
Ibadan things sha!. Is this an Airport? Is it the Airconditioners that got it modernized?

It looks like the dilapidated and abandoned 'Agbawo shopping complex' opposite my school.

Even the person in the middle of the frenzy, the Airport and the shopping complex are all look alike.

Very distasteful!

Basic123:
What is Ibadan things?
But you left your village to come and study in the same Ibadan.

Your village no get university?
What is even the name of your Village?

jbbaba:
That is a great one. Let each zone develop their zone and let there be healthy competition that is when a country can move forward. Let there be light in Nigeria good God

DEXTROVERT:
What
Is
Facelifting
About
The
Attached
Pictures

This
Is
Mediocrity at large.
In the report that refuses to attach product of 5 month closure
And
Attached dilapidated structure

Leave this to Ibadan moguls alone
They will upgrade this structure that's look like an eatery

Even Item7 eatery fine pass this structure.
Go to South Africa, you see excellent airport structures
Not the attached that kook like Mami market / buka

Smartcitizen:
This airport that they always beg people to come and use that cows and goats use to sleep on the runway because of poor patronage.


I used to imagine how south west will look like without LAGOS.

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

dododawa1:
before LAGOS


Awolowo generated income from cocoa ( Southwest region) kid learn.

Apogee14:
Omo ibadan kini sow. This is welcome development

drake2:
I am sorry sir; it's my bad. But, basically (123); nor be Ibadan people build UI oh.

My first Vice Chancellor was "Kenneth Dike"

Basic 123; do you know where he was from? If you do, your question is answered.

Jhoneyman:
So suọ. Sọọ wa njọ ìwúyè kọọ wa ję ọká àtewédú ? Nmọ retí rę .

Apogee14:
hehe ma yoju si yin

adenigga:
Source: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/09/ibadan-airport-back-in-operation-after-closure-for-modernisation

fluteman:
Its jst lazy journalism by the OP the project is not near complete but should be ready b 2nd quarter next year 2026,,,thats why you cant find pictures but only construction works...



Ongoing Project:
The upgrade of the Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport, Ibadan, to an international airport. The airport upgrade is being executed by the Oyo State Government under Governor Seyi Makinde.

An update and pictures of the Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport, Ibadan upgrade being executed by the Oyo State Government under Governor Seyi Makinde.

The Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport is undergoing a transformation to an international airport, with significant progress being made since our last update.

Local flight operations are expected to resume before the end of 2025, following the temporary closure of the airport in March 2025 to fast-track the project.

The upgrade, officially flagged off on 18 September 2024, is part of a comprehensive plan to bring the airport up to international standards, improving domestic and global air connectivity for Oyo State.
The upgrade was split into phases for effective implementation.


What’s Being Done?
Runway Extension and Widening:
The airport’s runway is being extended from 2,400 metres to 3,000 metres, and widened from 45 to 60 metres, to accommodate wide-body aircraft capable of international travel.


Airfield Lighting Upgrade:

The lighting system has been enhanced to Category C standards, improving visibility and flight safety.
Fire Safety and Emergency Readiness:
The airport’s firefighting response has been upgraded to meet international aviation safety requirements.


Customs and Immigration Infrastructure:
Facilities for Customs, Immigration, and other essential agencies are being installed to support international operations.


Progress and Timelines:

The runway, apron, taxiway, and blast pads are currently 55% completed and are expected to be ready by December 2025, pending final approval from relevant aviation authorities.
The construction of a new International Terminal is currently at 15% completion and is projected to be completed by June 2026.
This terminal will increase passenger handling capacity from 100,000 to 1,000,000 annually.


What’s Already Done:
To support the upgrade of the airport, the following projects were implemented by the Oyo State Government.

First, the 3.2 km Airport Road (now Victor Omololu Olunloyo Road) was dualised. A 500,000 litres aviation fuel storage and dispensing system was also installed at the airport concessioned to BOVAS and Company Limited.

A new fire truck was also donated to the airport by the OYSG.


Looking Ahead:
Once completed, the upgraded Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport will be capable of handling larger aircraft, facilitating both domestic and international flights.

This development aligns with the State Government’s long-term vision of positioning Ibadan as a modern transportation hub.
Notably, the next Hajj pilgrimage flight in 2026 is expected to depart directly from Ibadan, marking a milestone in the airport’s expanded capacity.

By investing in strategic infrastructure upgrades, Oyo State is strengthening its economic and logistical profile, creating greater opportunities for trade, tourism, and international engagement.