The Federal Government has announced the reopening of Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, for flight operations today.
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) had earlier announced on April 18 that the airport’s runway would be temporarily closed due to a significant rupture in the asphalt surface that required emergency repairs.
The repairs, initially scheduled to start on April 22, were expected to be completed by May 6, 2025.
During the closure, all flights to the airport were rerouted to nearby airports.
In a statement released yesterday, FAAN’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Mrs. Obiageli Orah, confirmed that the rehabilitation of the runway had been completed.
Engineers working with FAAN had cleared the runway for safe landings and takeoffs.
FAAN thanked all airport users and stakeholders for their patience and cooperation during the closure, apologizing for any inconvenience caused.
The authority emphasized that the temporary closure was necessary to ensure safety.