why nigerians are constructing leckie international airport lagos nigeria located on the
gulf of guinea is one of africa's most populous countries nigeria is africa's economic powerhouse
and one of the continents most developed countries she has one of the best road networks
infrastructure and railway airports in africa lagos nigeria's largest city stretches inland
over the lagos lagoon from the gulf of guinea the financial core of the city victoria island
is known for its beach resorts boutiques and nightlife tourism and entertainment are major
contributors to lagos economy as a result a good airport will encourage and promote tourism
economic development is critical to the growth of our economy because it generates high-wage
jobs and enhances people's quality of life the lagos state government has devised yet another
big strategy to create recruit and retain jobs in the new ijuleki development corridor
thereby making life easier this big strategy it to construct the lecky international airport
stay with us and we view this project please make sure to like and subscribe to africa
reloaded why construct the leckie international airport while the function of economic developers
is usually underestimated it is a crucial component of a healthy economy and society
to create and maintain considerable development for a region as a result the goal of developing
an international airport in leckie epee was established in order to promote growth relieve
pressure on retalia muhammad international airport in ikeja and provides service to
lagos fast-growing territory the first phase of the leckie airport project is expected to cost
450 million us dollar and it will be about 10 kilometers from the lucky free trade zone
lftz it will be categorized as a code f airport and built to accommodate the airbus a380
the world's largest passenger jet the planned airport will relieve congestion and ritolami
hammett international airport and service the fast-growing industrial leki sector
the lecky deep seaport dangate 650 thousand bipd refinery the lucky free zone and other locations
challenges faced the new airport will improve both residential and commercial infrastructure
in addition to its principal function ebijuleki has already landed key projects
including as the free trade zone bringing it closer to being africa's next commercial center
however the most recent advancement has met numerous obstacles in the past consider the month
of may in the year 2015 due to local landowner opposition to the land acquisition process
as well as delays and investors committing to the airport financing the development of the leki app
international airport is reportedly halted the state government is searching for investors
according to sola oru the former lagos state commissioner for commerce and industry
and building on the project would continue once new finance is secured
the state administration is also returning to 98 local villages part of the property
purchased for a proposed perimeter road meanwhile the project has been steadily progressing
benefits of the project the proposed international airport in leckie epee will benefit both residents
and the lagos state government in numerous ways additionally the state's economy will improve
other advantages include land appreciation properties on the outskirts of an airport
can appreciate by up to 40 percent in the first few years after the airport's completion and by
up to 80 percent after the airport's activities are fully operational once landed property is
strategically located close enough to reap the benefits of living near an airport while remaining
far enough away to avoid the negatives of being too close to an airport such as noise pollution
and potential health risks as a result of the added benefit of convenience housing costs rise
as a result this is a huge plus for investors in the area improve tourism this airport will
significantly boost tourism in lagos and around the country it will provide tourists with safe
quick and low cost travel options as a result there is an influx of tourists the need for
lodging and facilities as well as cultural events such as theaters and exhibitions amusement parks
and other attractions will rise this will boost the state's tourism industry significantly
location advantage for starters if you frequently travel living near an airport is an excellent
choice owning a home in leckievale estate provides you with accessibility and the opportunity to
avoid airport traffic and parking space issues you can fly in and out of town without having to
plan your entire day around it there's no need to worry about missing your flight if the lagos
roads get crazy airports surrounding areas benefit from well-paved roads and connectivity this region
will see a massive influx of people eager to take advantage of its limitless opportunities
similarly proximity to an airport accelerates the neighborhood's development ebitdulecki is on
its way to becoming a commercial destination thanks to rapid infrastructure development
ebitdulecki is on track to become a commercial destination
thanks to the rapid expansion of infrastructure and developments such as retail outlets
shoprite is currently constructing an outlet in ebijuleki
malls hotels similar to the oriental hotel schools entertainment zones and restaurants this level of
development ensures a high standard of living as well as access to high-end services and amenities
leki vale estate includes world-class amenities such as a community center swimming pools a
sports arena a gym and green zones these are just a few of the advantages of this hotel
upon completion the airport will be an international hotel with the ability to
accommodate large aircraft thanks for watching till the end please make sure to like share
comment and subscribe to africa reloaded
do
you