The Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu, will reopen and resume full operations today, Monday, April 28, following a recent announcement by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN).
This reopening comes after significant emergency repairs were conducted on the airport’s runway, which had previously been scheduled to be shut down from April 22 to May 6, 2025.
The timely completion of the rehabilitation efforts has enabled the runway to be declared safe for landing and take-off, with engineers confirming that all necessary work has been finalized.
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FAAN commended stakeholders, including airlines, ground services staff, and airport users, for their understanding, patience, and cooperation during the suspension of operations.
The authority also acknowledged and apologized for the inconveniences experienced during this period, assuring that all flights will operate smoothly as the airport resumes its normal operations.
The agency notified travelers to check with their airlines for updated flight schedules and any additional information they may need.
