The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced that the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu will reopen for flight operations on Monday, 28tth April 2025.
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria FAAN in a release by its Director Public Affairs and Consumer Protection Obiageli Orah says the reopening became necessary following the completion of emergency runway repairs.
FAAN had on April 18th, 2025, announced that due to a sudden and significant rupture in the asphalt surface at a critical section section of the runway, the runway would be shut down for emergency repairs.
Orah noted that the work was scheduled to begin on April 22nd and conclude before reopening on May 6th 2025, but however, rehabilitation works on the runway have been completed, as the runway is cleared for landings and takeoffs by the engineers working with FAAN.
FAAN appreciates all airport users and stakeholders for their understanding and cooperation during this time .
