FAAN Reopens Enugu Airport Runway April 28th, Declares Rehabilitation Works Completed

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) says Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu, Enugu State, will reopen for flight operations on Monday, 28th April 2025, following the completion of emergency runway repairs.

On April 18th, 2025, FAAN had 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.

FAAN’s Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Mrs. Obiageli Orah says “rehabilitation works on the runway have been completed, and 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. The Authority sincerely apologizes for the inconvenience but assures the public that all actions were taken in the interest of safety.”