The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced that the Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu, Enugu State, will reopen for flight operations on Monday, 28th April 2025 (today), following the completion of emergency runway repairs.
Recall that on April 18th, 2025, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) announced that due to a sudden and significant rupture in the asphalt surface at a critical section of the runway, the runway would be shut down for emergency repairs.
The work was scheduled to begin on April 22nd and conclude before reopening on May 6th, 2025. However, FAAN has now announced that rehabilitation works on the runway have been completed, and the runway is cleared for landings and take-offs by the engineers working with FAAN.
Mrs Obiageli Orah, Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at FAAN said in a statement that the Airports Authority appreciates all airport users and stakeholders for their understanding and cooperation during this time.
The Authority apologised for the inconveniences but assured the public that all actions were taken in the interest of safety.
