Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has notified elder statesman Aare Afe Babalola of the commencement of flight operations at Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport.

Oyebanji, who visited the Afe Babalola University Ado Ekiti (ABUAD) founder, lauded him for his contribution to the actualization of Ekiti Airport.

The Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport recently received the approval of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to commence non-scheduled flight operations from December 15.

The governor said: “I am delighted to formally express our heartfelt appreciation for the assistance you provided to the state government during the construction of the Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport.

“I am delighted to inform you that on 11th December 2024, we obtained clearance from the NCAA to commence non-scheduled fight operations for 6 months from 13 December 2024 to 15 June 2025.

“Your financial contribution for the purchase of navigational aids (CVOR/ DME), control tower communications equipment and the construction of the car pad was invaluable to the accomplishment, and we are immensely grateful for your willingness.