Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has revealed that aviation regulators will conduct an inspection of the proposed site for the Lekki International Airport this week, a significant step toward the start of its construction. The governor made this announcement during his visit to Alaro City reiterating his administration’s dedication to delivering the airport and other key infrastructure projects across the state. This was confirmed in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, on March 8, 2025.
According to Sanwo-Olu, the inspection, scheduled for the second week of March, will pave the way for the necessary approvals to begin construction. “Regulators in the aviation industry will arrive in Lagos State next week for a review and site inspection that will lead to the commencement of the Lekki International Airport, which will drive future investments in the state,” the statement read.
The governor emphasized that the Lekki International Airport is a critical part of Lagos State’s long-term infrastructure plan, aimed at boosting investment and economic growth in the Lekki corridor. In February 2025, the Lagos State Government solidified its commitment to the project by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with international construction firm Summa Group for its development.
The airport is designed to complement the Lekki Free Trade Zone and Lekki Deep Sea Port, enhancing connectivity, attracting foreign investment, and reducing pressure on the Murtala Muhammed International Airport. This initiative is expected to further position Lagos as a global business hub.
In addition to the airport project, Governor Sanwo-Olu announced that work will soon begin on the 68-kilometer Green Line Rail project, which will connect Marina to Lekki, improving transportation in the rapidly growing corridor. He noted that funding arrangements for the project are being finalized.
Earlier reports indicated that the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) had begun stakeholder engagements for Phase 1 of the Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) Green Line, which will run from Marina to Sangotedo. The Lagos State Government also signed an MoU with the Federal Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI) to initiate exploratory work on the project. The Green Line’s development is included in the 2025 Lagos State budget, though the exact allocation has not been disclosed.
A review of the 2025 Federal Budget proposal revealed that N146.14 billion was allocated as counterpart funding for the project, managed by MOFI. With the budget increasing from N49.74 trillion to N54.9 trillion, this allocation could rise further. In September 2024, Lagos formalized an agreement with MOFI and China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC) to design, finance, and operate the Green Line, underscoring the state’s commitment to modernizing its transport infrastructure.
The Lekki International Airport and Green Line Rail projects are part of Lagos State’s broader strategy to enhance infrastructure, drive economic growth, and improve the quality of life for its residents. These initiatives reflect the government’s focus on sustainable development and its vision to position Lagos as a leading global city.
