The Lagos State government has announced plans to begin construction of the Epe International Airport in 2027. The project, conceived as part of a far-reaching economic vision, aims to reposition the Lekki-Epe corridor as a major investment, industrial, and commercial hub. APC spokesperson in Lagos State, Mr Seye Oladejo, confirmed the development, stating that the airport would further strengthen the economic potential of the corridor.
According to Oladejo, the announcement by Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu is a significant milestone in the state's development agenda, demonstrating the importance of continuity in governance. The governor made the announcement during the Lagos East APC Governorship Election Campaign flag-off in Epe. Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, Deputy Governor and APC Governorship Candidate, also reaffirmed the administration's commitment to the project.
Oladejo revealed that Gov. Sanwo-Olu has made significant progress in laying the necessary groundwork and completing the documentation for the airport project. The proposed airport represents more than another infrastructure project; it is a strategic move to unlock the enormous potential of the Lekki-Epe corridor. The vision for the corridor was initiated under the administration of President Bola Tinubu when he served as governor of Lagos State.
The development of the Lekki-Epe corridor has been a sustained effort across various administrations. Oladejo acknowledged the contributions of former Governors Babatunde Fashola and Akinwunmi Ambode to the development of the axis. Ambode was particularly commended for advancing the proposed airport project through strategic planning and preparatory initiatives.
The Sanwo-Olu administration has also sustained the development agenda through major infrastructure projects, including the Lekki Deep Sea Port and Lagos Coastal Road. These projects, along with the Dangote Refinery and Lekki Free Trade Zone, are interconnected components of an economic architecture designed to boost the corridor's potential.
The proposed Epe International Airport is expected to be a logical completion of an integrated economic ecosystem in the Lekki-Epe corridor. When completed, the airport will provide a significant boost to the state's economy, creating new opportunities for investment, industry, and commerce. The project is a testament to the state's commitment to economic development and growth.
With the construction of the Epe International Airport set to begin in 2027, the Lagos State government is poised to take a significant step towards realizing its economic vision for the Lekki-Epe corridor. The project is expected to have a positive impact on the state's economy, creating jobs and stimulating economic growth.
Key points
- The construction of the Epe International Airport is expected to start in 2027.
- The project aims to reposition the Lekki-Epe corridor as a major investment, industrial, and commercial hub.
- The airport is part of a larger economic ecosystem that includes the Lekki Deep Sea Port, Lagos Coastal Road, Dangote Refinery, and Lekki Free Trade Zone.
