FG ANNOUNCES TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF OWERRI AIRPORT FOR RUNWAY REHABILITATION. (PHOTO).

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 FG ANNOUNCES TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF OWERRI AIRPORT FOR RUNWAY REHABILITATION  The  Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has announced the temporary closure of the Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport, Owerri, to allow for major runway rehabilitation works. A statement by the  Minister says the closure has become necessary to improve safety and operational efficiency at the airport, ahead of the Christmas travel season. It adds that the rehabilitation project is a joint partnership between the Federal Government and the Imo State Government, and will involve repairs to deteriorated sections of the runway, treatment of surface cracks, filling of potholes, resurfacing, and extension works to accommodate larger aircraft. The Minister disclosed that he had earlier spoken with the Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodimma, who, along with other critical stakeholders in the South-East, agreed on the need for the temporary closure. The airport i...

GOV. ADELEKE BACKS SOUTH WEST GAMES 2025.(PHOTOS).


 Governor Adeleke Backs South West Games 2025


Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has fully endorsed the South West Games 2025, calling it a transformative initiative that will drive youth empowerment and regional socioeconomic growth.


During a courtesy visit at the State House in Osogbo, Governor Adeleke received the President of the South West Games 2025, Akogun Lanre Alfred, and members of the organizing committee. He, along with his Deputy, Prince Kola Adewusi, was presented with a customized tournament jersey.


Expressing excitement about the event, Adeleke pledged his unwavering support and confirmed his attendance at the tournament’s kickoff on March 25, 2025.


"The South West Games 2025 is a landmark initiative that will redefine sports and youth development in our region. Sports inspire discipline, growth, and success, and I am proud to endorse this noble cause. I will be there to witness history in the making," he stated.


Adeleke, known for his dedication to youth empowerment and grassroots engagement, praised the tournament’s vision, emphasizing its alignment with his administration’s goals of economic development and talent promotion in Osun and beyond.


The South West Games 2025 will feature 1,200 athletes and 120 officials from across the six South West states, promising an exciting showcase of talent and competition.

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