A very heavy thunder storm in Akure has destroyed the airport and some equipment inside the faciliti’es control tower.
The damage was caused following Monday’s heavy rain accompanied by a thunderstorm.
The incident was said to have caused discomfort to passengers, airport users and other aviation officials working at the airport.
According to a source some equipment like network time protocol , encoder,Air conditioners, Computers and other equipment in the control tower were destroyed by the thunderstorm.
It was also reported that some buildings including staff quarters had their rooftops blown off as a result of the thunderstorm.
With the development, all commercial flights have been grounded until further notice by the airport authority pending the repairs of damaged equipment.
Meanwhile efforts to reach the Airport manager has since proved abortive.
Editor: Anoyoyo Ogiagboviogie
