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The Nigerian Government has announced that Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu, Enugu State, will reopen for flight operations on Monday, April 28,2025 following the completion of emergency runway repairs.
Penpushing reports that Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs Obiageli Orah had earlier disclosed in a statement 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. However, rehabilitation works on the runway have been completed, and the runway is cleared for landings and take off by the engineers working with FAAN.
“FAAN 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 reads
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