PILGRIMS HAIL ABIODUN OVER DIRECT FLIGHTS FROM MAKKAH
Ogun State pilgrims have showered praise on Governor Dapo Abiodun following the successful arrangement of direct return flights from Makkah to the Gateway International Airport after the 2026 Hajj exercise.
The pilgrims described the initiative as a major relief, noting that it eliminated the stress of multiple stopovers and long-distance travel usually associated with the return journey from Saudi Arabia.
Many of the returning pilgrims commended the governor for prioritising their comfort and welfare, describing the direct flight arrangement as a landmark achievement for the state.
They also lauded the growing role of the Gateway International Airport in boosting transportation, economic development, and international connectivity for Ogun State.
The development has been widely welcomed by stakeholders, who believe it demonstrates the state’s commitment to improving infrastructure and enhancing services for its citizens.
