The Oyo State government has begun constructing a 400,000-litre elevated Braitwaite water tank at Ladoke Akintola Airport in Ibadan, as part of its plans to upgrade the airport to international standards.
This development was revealed by the Executive Chairman of the Oyo State Water Corporation, Elias Adeojo, during a meeting with the corporation’s engineers overseeing the project. The information was shared in a statement released on Saturday by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade.
Adeojo noted that the water supply project is being executed in three phases.
According to him, “The first phase currently involves the excavation of trenches for pipeline laying and backfilling, while the second phase will cover the welding and installation of pipelines to key locations across the airport premises.
“The third and final phase involves the construction of the 400,000-litre capacity elevated Braitwaite tank, which will supply water to the airport, using gravity-based distribution.”
He added that all aspects of the project would run concurrently to ease execution and maintain quality standards.
Adeojo emphasised the strategic importance of the project to Governor Seyi Makinde, whom he said has shown strong commitment through sustained support.
He therefore urged the engineers to put in their best and deliver quality output across all phases of the project.
The water project, according to the chairman, would be fast-tracked, adding that upon completion, it would significantly improve water supply at the airport and contribute to its readiness for international flight operations.