- Safiu Kehinde
Lagos state government has partnered with Summa Group for the Lekki-Epe International Airport construction project.
The state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the construction group for the commencement of the project.
Announcing the development in a post on his X handle on Saturday, Sanwo-Olu described the project as essential part of his administration’s vision to improve connectivity in Lagos, stimulate economic growth, and draw in global investments.
The Lekki-Epe Airport project will, according to the governor, facilitate travel and create new opportunities for businesses and residents throughout the state.
“We signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the internationally acclaimed construction company, Summa Group, to develop and construct the much awaited Lekki-Epe International Airport.
“This groundbreaking initiative is an essential part of our vision to improve connectivity in Lagos, stimulate economic growth, and draw in global investments.
“The Lekki-Epe International Airport will facilitate travel and create new opportunities for businesses and residents throughout the state.” Sanwo-Olu wrote.
Recall that the construction of the airport was approved by the Federal Government in 2022 under President Muhammadu Buhari-led administration.
The then Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, had handed over the document of approval to Sanwo-Olu at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Sirika had cited the congestion of Murtala Muhammed International Airport and the growing need to further link Lagos and Southwest to international markets and regional trade as reasons for the approval.
“There has been an expansion in Lagos, from Eko Atlantic City to Lekki Free Trade Zones. This growth necessitated the need for another airport in Lagos. We will deploy our statutory agencies to ensure the project is done in compliance with international standards,” Sirika had said.