The Lagos State government under the leadership of Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced its plans to construct a new airport in the Lekki-Epe axis of the state.
The Special Adviser Governor on Public Private Partnerships (PPP), Ope George made this disclosure while speaking at a media parley organised by the State Government held at Alausa, Ikeja on Thursday.
According to George, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu-led government has sought and obtained approval from the Federal Government for the construction of the new airport in Lagos.
He said the project, which is expected to take off in the year 2023 will be constructed on 3,500 hectares of land, noting that the master plan and aeronautical designs are in place; while studies are ongoing about strategies, funding and other issues, after which the project will be taken to the market place.
The special adviser also revealed the airport, which is expected to cater to a minimum of five million people yearly, will be constructed in partnership with local and foreign investors.
