The Ekiti State Government has announced plans to commence aerial mapping of the state starting Sunday, April 20, as part of efforts to implement a comprehensive land administration solution that will improve urban planning, land management, and infrastructure development.
This was disclosed in a statement by the Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Taiwo Olatunbosun, in Ado Ekiti. He revealed that the exercise will involve low-flying aircraft and is expected to continue until December 2025.Rt. Hon. Olatunbosun explained that the mapping will provide accurate and reliable geospatial data, which is crucial for effective land use decisions. “It will enable informed policy decisions regarding land allocation, enhance urban planning, and promote sustainable development across the state,” he said.He added that the availability of precise geospatial data would benefit landowners, property developers, investors, and community organisations by reducing risks related to land tenure insecurity, boundary disputes, and fraudulent land transactions. This, in turn, would attract more investments into real estate and infrastructure projects.
The Commissioner assured the public that all necessary safety measures would be taken during the aerial survey, and that the exercise would be closely monitored to ensure the safety of residents and to protect national security.He appealed for the cooperation of all stakeholders and urged residents not to panic upon sighting low-flying aircraft during the exercise.
