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  • Investigation begins into cause of aircraft accident at Ibadan airport

    Investigation begins into cause of aircraft accident at Ibadan airport

    The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) says it has commenced investigation into an accident involving an HS 125 aircraft with nationality and registration marks 5N-AMM, belonging to Flint Aero.

    Mr James Odaudu , Director of NSIB Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, said in a statement in Abuja, that the accident occurred at about 8:21 p.m. on Friday.

    “The aircraft, with 10 passengers and 3 crew members onboard, was en-route Ibadan from Abuja.

    The aircraft, on final approach to landing Runway 22, Ibadan Airport, crashed short of the runway.

    “There was no fatality, as all passengers and crew were safely evacuated.

    “As the investigating agency, NSIB needs and hereby solicits for your assistance.

    “We want the public to know that we would be amenable to receiving any video clip, relevant evidence, or information any members of the public may have of the accident that can assist us with this investigation,” he said.

    According to him, “the bureau will appreciate that the general public and press should respect the privacy of the people involved and not assume the cause of the serious incident until formal report is released”.

    He added that the bureau would release the preliminary report as soon as possible.

  • Upgrade of Ibadan Airport to international standard remains on course – Gov Makinde

    Upgrade of Ibadan Airport to international standard remains on course – Gov Makinde

    The administration of Seyi Makinde of Oyo state has disclosed that efforts to upgrade the Ibadan Airport to an International Airport remains on course.

    This was disclosed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Taiwo Adisa, on Sunday in Ibadan.

    Makinde stated this during a retirement ceremony held at the airport in honour of the Ibadan Airport Manager, Mrs Tega Aiyenuro

    The governor, who was represented on the occasion by his Chief of Staff, Mr Segun Ogunwuyi, said that his government considered Ibadan Airport as key and central to its vision to expand the state’s economy.

    He promised that his government would continue to partner with critical stakeholders to bring about the success of the venture.

    Makinde, who described the retiring airport manager as a friend of the state, lauded her for everything she had done for the facility and the state.

    He presented a Toyota Hilux pickup to the retiring airport manager in appreciation for her good work.

    Speaking on behalf of the Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), a director in the parastatal agency, Mr. Sunday Ayodele, said Ibadan Airport would enhance the expansion of the state’s economy.

    He attested that the outgoing airport manager keyed into the vision of the administration of the Oyo State governor to expand the state’s economy.

    According to him, the administration of Gov. Makinde has been able to execute projects at the Ibadan Airport within a short period.

    “These projects include the new lounge, ongoing dualisation of the Airport Road and dualisation of the Ajia-Airport Road with spur to Amuloko.

    “Aiyenuoro has collaborated with the Oyo State Government and keyed into the vision of Gov. Makinde, in having an expanded economy in the state.

    “Despite the fact that it is a federal agency, she has been able to collaborate with the state government to upgrade the internal and external parts of the airport.

    “There are a lot of other things that we have been able to do, including the 500,000 litres capacity aviation fuel terminals that we are bringing in.

    “She has shown us that whether you are a state official or Federal Government worker, a lot can be achieved,” Ayodele said.

    Aiyenuro, in her speech, thanked Makinde for being instrumental to the success of the Ibadan Airport under her watch.

    According to her, the transformation at the Ibadan Airport was due to the grace of God and the efforts of the governor.

  • Rename Ibadan Airport after Ajimobi, Senate appeals Buhari

    Rename Ibadan Airport after Ajimobi, Senate appeals Buhari

    The Senate on Tuesday urged the Federal Government to rename Ibadan airport after former Oyo State Governor, Senator Abiola Ajimobi who died recently.

    Ajimobi died on Thursday, June 25 from multiple organ failure due to COVID-19 complications.

    Senator AbdulFatai Buhari (Oyo North) moved the points, urging the Upper Assembly to immortalise the statesman.

    He also urged that a high-powered delegation be sent to commiserate with the family and the government and people of Oyo State.

    Members of the Assembly also observed a minute of silence to honour the deceased.

    Senate President, Ahmad Lawan approved the motion after a voice vote was reached.