Oyo Government Begins Water Connection to Ladoke Akintola Int’l Airport

Oyo Government Begins Water Connection to Ladoke Akintola Int’l Airport

…Reconnection of Agodi Correctional Centre Also Underway

Ibadan, May 27, 2025 — The Oyo State Government, through the Oyo State Water Corporation, has commenced the process of supplying potable water to Ladoke Akintola International Airport, a move aimed at enhancing infrastructure and public service delivery at the facility.

The initiative was disclosed by the Executive Chairman of the Corporation, Hon. Elias Adeojo, during a project meeting with Mr. Jonny Sdozine, Managing Director of Cranebury Construction Company, and Mr. Daniel Sjoud, the Project Manager.

Hon. Adeojo explained that the move follows a directive from Governor Seyi Makinde, who ordered immediate action to ensure the airport is connected to a reliable water source.

“I had an opportunity to meet with His Excellency during one of his unscheduled visits to the airport, where he instructed that all necessary steps be taken to connect the water pipeline. I’m pleased to report that all required materials have been made available and the project is progressing steadily,” he said.

He expressed confidence that the connection would be completed within record time, in line with the governor’s vision for improved basic infrastructure across the state.

In a related development, Hon. Adeojo also announced the commencement of work on reconnecting Agodi Correctional Centre to the state’s water supply system. The facility, which was previously connected, experienced disruption after its main 100mm UPC pipeline was vandalized.

According to him, the recent replacement of the damaged water pipeline serving the Oke-Adu axis has made it possible to begin reconnection efforts for the Correctional Centre.

“Efforts are now underway to restore supply to the Correctional Centre, and we expect to complete this within a few days,” he said, adding that other former customers of the Water Corporation in the vicinity will also soon be reconnected.

The reconnection of key public facilities aligns with the state government’s commitment to ensuring reliable water access for essential institutions and promoting public health.

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E-signed:
Prince Dotun Oyelade
Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Oyo State
May 27, 2025