Overland Airways, Nigeria’s leading commuter airline on 25 April, 2016 launched scheduled commercial flight services
from Akure, the Ondo State capital, to Abuja, Nigeria’s Federal Capital
Territory. This is according to a statement from the airline.
The flights which will be operated three times weekly on Mondays,
Wednesdays and Fridays, demonstrate a strategic partnership with the government
and people of Ondo, the Sunshine State, to accelerate economic development in
the State and its environs.
The Executive Governor of Ondo State, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko; the
Attorney-General of Ondo State, Eyitayo Jegede; Chief of Staff, Dr. Kola
Ademujimi; Commisioner for Transport and
high-level government dignitaries, traditional heads and excited Ondo State citizens
were present to mark the launch of Akure-Abuja flights.
Governor Mimiko expresses government’s desire to utilize air transport
in enhancing economic development in Ondo State, as he commends Overland
Airways for their courage and pioneer spirit to establish flights from Akure to
Abuja.
The Chief Executive Officer of Overland Airways, Capt. Edward Boyo, who
flew the aircraft on the inaugural flight, says the airline is committed to
support development in Ondo State.
“The commencement of the flight services today goes to show the deep
commitment and passion of Overland Airways to the continued and accelerated
opening up of economies within Nigeria; and connecting Ondo State’s economy is
important to our existence as a devoted corporate citizen. We are back and
ready for the challenges of being providers of this important economic
service,” says Capt. Edward Boyo, CEO of Overland Airways.
“We salute the vision of the government and people of Ondo State to make
air connectivity of Akure to especially Abuja, Nigeria’s Federal Capital
Territory, through Overland Airways a reality today. We deeply appreciate the
warmth and spirit of partnership from the good people of the Sunshine State.
“Overland Airways is here for the long-term, as we are partners in the
growth and development of Ondo State. We want to see the cocoa farms and
associated investments flourish. We want to see the rich art and craft heritage
of Ondo State excel. We are in Ondo State to provide the platform that gives
investors, tourists, and economic development partners easy access to Ondo
State. In furtherance of our long-term commitment in the state, Overland
Airways will be opening its City Ticketing Offices in Akure, Ondo town and
Ekiti, in our bid to stay closer to the people and provide prompt solution to
their ticketing and related needs in the comfort of their localities. From
today, you can see the sun shine brighter in Ondo State,” he also adds.
Mrs. Aanu Benson, Chief Operating Officer of Overland Airways, says:
“Ondo State is fondly called the Sunshine State, which symbolizes light, life
and vibrancy; and naturally Ondo has a gamut of natural resources including
mineral deposits and fertile agricultural land, and impressive hills, etc. The
State also offers some of the country’s most iconic tourism sites, as well as a
rich blend of culture and tradition which makes Ondo State a key destination
for investors. Overland Airways flight services come in time to support the
renewed efforts of Ondo State government to fast-track economic rejuvenation in
the State.
Given the location of Akure and development of other modes of
transportation, Overland Airways offers the safest, fastest and most reliable
means of movement to and from Akure,” she notes.
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