The Ongoing Upgrade of the Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport, Ibadan: Phase 2

February 4, 2025

An update and pictures of the Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport, Ibadan, upgrade being executed by the Oyo State Government. Following the committee’s inauguration to upgrade the Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport, Ibadan (formerly the Ibadan Airport), and the flagging off, work on the project has commenced.

The latest milestone in the ongoing upgrade of the Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport, Ibadan, is the foundation stone laying for the new international terminal, marking the second phase of the upgrade. This terminal will increase passenger handling capacity from 100,000 to 1,000,000 annually. The project, which is being executed by Craneburg Construction Company, is to be completed by Quarter 1 2026. This second phase also includes upgrading the fire service station and car park.

The first phase of the project, which started on 18 September 2024, involved extending the runway from 2,400 to 3,000 metres to meet international standards and accommodate larger-bodied aircraft. This extension is projected to be completed by Q4 2025. It also included expanding the apron and upgrading the airfield lighting.

These upgrades to the Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport, Ibadan, position Oyo State as a key air travel hub, leveraging the growing southwest population and expected increase in air travel demand in the long term. The project is designed to transform the airport into a modern, world-class facility, enhancing travel experiences, boosting economic growth, attracting investments, and empowering the people of Oyo State.