Speaking on the service, Omololu Majekodunmi, Managing Director of ValueJet, said the early departure was designed to meet the needs of passengers with demanding schedules.
“Our daily Abuja–Lagos–Gateway service is about giving our passengers their day back. Whether you are travelling for business or personal engagements in Ogun State and its environs, the service provides a convenient route that fits around a busy schedule,” he said.
The Commissioner for Transportation, Engr. Olugbenga Dairo, said the service reflected the state government’s commitment to responding to the growing demand for air connectivity among residents, businesses and visitors.
“Gateway Air services speak to the growing demand of residents, businesses and visitors in Ogun State for air connectivity to major commercial and population centres across the country.
“His Excellency, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has therefore directed that the airline continually review and optimise its schedule and fleet size in response to the needs, requirements and expectations of travellers,” Dairo said
Ogun State has emerged as one of Nigeria’s major commercial and industrial corridors, driven by its concentration of manufacturing companies, industrial estates, agricultural activities, logistics operations, real estate developments and economic free trade zones.
Its proximity to Lagos, coupled with the presence of major businesses and industrial clusters across the state, has increased demand for efficient transportation links for investors, business owners, professionals, government officials and other travellers.
Regular air services through Gateway International Airport provide an additional gateway into the state’s expanding economy while reducing reliance on lengthy road journeys for passengers travelling from Abuja and other parts of the country.
The new service also forms part of ValueJet’s broader strategy of supporting strategic partnerships with state governments and expanding air connectivity.
In addition to its domestic network, ValueJet operates regional services to destinations including Accra and Banjul, with further expansion planned to Libreville and other destinations.
Recent fleet additions, including Boeing 737NG and CRJ-series aircraft, are expected to support the Airline expanding operations and its partnership with Gateway Air.
