The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced  that the Akanu Ibiam International Airportin Enugu, Enugu State, will reopen for flight operations on Monday, April 28,  2025, following the completion of emergency runway repairs.

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 emergency repairs  was scheduled to begin on April 22nd and conclude before reopening on May 6th, 2025.

However, rehabilitation works on the runway have been completed, and the runway is cleared for landings and takeoffs by the engineers working with FAAN.

FAAN,in a press release by Mrs. Obiageli Orah,Director Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, appreciates all airport users and stakeholders for their understanding and cooperation during this time.

“ The Authority sincerely apologises for the inconvenience but assures the public that all actions were taken in the interest of safety. “

The release indicated FAAN’s inclination to  Safe Skies, Secure Airports, Seamless Travel.