Aviation Fuel Depot Commences Operation In Ibadan
Aircraft operators flying into Nigeria’s South-West have a major operational lift as a new multimillion-naira Jet A1 aviation fuel depot at the Samuel Ladoke Akintola International Airport in Ibadan has commenced full operation.
The aviation fuel facility, built and operated by BOVAS Oil and Gas Limited, now allows aircraft to refuel directly at the airport, thereby ending the long-standing dependence on fuel haulage from outside Ibadan and reducing delays that often slowed flight operations.
The impact of the depot was witnessed during a courtesy visit by the airport’s management team to BOVAS.
The Airport Manager, Mr. Gbenga Afuwape, stated that the project is a timely intervention that has already reduced aircraft turnaround time, lowered operating costs for airlines and guaranteed steady access to aviation fuel.
Afuwape disclosed that since flights resumed at the airport, BOVAS has been supplying Jet A1 to Air Peace and other operators, positioning Ibadan to handle increased traffic and expanded commercial activity.
The Managing Director of BOVAS Oil and Gas, Dr. Victoria Samson, applauded the visit and reiterated the company’s commitment to supporting aviation growth in Ibadan and across the country.
She affirmed that BOVAS is ready to deepen its partnership with the airport as it pursues its expansion plans.
Airport authorities also revealed that the Oyo State Government is working to commence Hajj operations from Ibadan this year, a move that is expected to further boost fuel demand.
It was gathered that the anticipated return of Green Africa Airways would also strengthen passenger traffic and the airport’s commercial viability.
The airport management and BOVAS agreed to sustain their collaboration, pledging closer partnership to boost service delivery, strengthen operations and drive shared growth at the Ibadan airport.