Gateway International Airport to Begin Full Operations October 7
Gateway International Airport to Begin Full Operations October 7
Ogun State Government has announced that full flight operations will commence at the Gateway International Airport, Iperu-Ilishan, on October 7, 2025, with ValueJet operating the inaugural commercial routes between Ogun State and Abuja.
According to the approved schedule, flights from Gateway International Airport will depart for Abuja every Tuesday and Thursday at 8:30 a.m., while return flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, will take off at 4:00 p.m. on the same days. Tickets for the initial operations became available from Thursday, September 25, 2025, through online booking platforms, accredited travel agencies, and ticket counters at the airport.
The commencement of commercial operations marks a major milestone in Ogun State’s vision to establish itself as Nigeria’s emerging hub for modern aviation, commerce, and industrial growth. Beyond improving connectivity between Ogun and the Federal Capital Territory, the development is expected to boost economic activities, attract investment, and ease both business and leisure travel for residents and visitors.
The announcement was made by Governor Dapo Abiodun in a post on X (formerly Twitter).
