SAGAMU, OGUN STATE – In a historic display of regional pride and administrative synergy, the Executive Chairman of Sagamu Local Government, Ogbeni Jubril Olasile Odulate, has extended a rousing welcome to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his official visit to the "Gateway State."
The Presidential visit, centered on the commissioning of the Ogun State International Agro-Cargo Airport and the unveiling of the state’s newly acquired aircraft, has been described by local leaders as a "transformative leap" into the future of West African commerce.
A Visionary Milestone for Commerce
Speaking on behalf of the leadership and people of Sagamu, Ogbeni Odulate lauded the project as a testament to the "Renewed Hope" agenda at the federal level and the "Building Our Future Together" mantra of the state government.
He noted that the airport is not merely a piece of infrastructure but a strategic engine designed to drive:
Economic Expansion: Opening direct corridors for trade and export.
Improved Connectivity: Linking Ogun State’s industrial hubs to global markets.
Investment Influx: Positioning the state as the primary logistics nerve center for Nigeria and the sub-region.
Plaudits for Governor Dapo Abiodun
The Council Chairman was particularly vocal in his praise for **Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun**, CON, attributing the milestone to the Governor’s unwavering foresight.
"This landmark achievement reflects the clear vision of His Excellency, Prince Dapo Abiodun, in positioning Ogun as a leading hub for commerce and logistics," Odulate stated. "His commitment to infrastructural development continues to deliver meaningful impact that will benefit generations to come."
Sagamu: A Partner in Progress
As a critical stakeholder in the state’s industrial belt, Sagamu Local Government under Odulate’s leadership reaffirmed its alignment with the state’s developmental goals. The Chairman emphasized that the airport's proximity to major industrial zones would catalyze local business growth and create unprecedented job opportunities for the youth.
A Proud Moment for the Gateway State
The atmosphere in Ogun State remains electric as the commissioning marks the official entry of the state into the league of sub-nationals with dedicated aviation assets.
Odulate concluded by calling the day a "proud moment" for every son and daughter of the state. "As we receive Mr. President, we reaffirm our collective commitment to progress and innovation. Ogun is no longer just a neighbor to the nation's commercial capital; we are a rising economic force in our own right."
