The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has closed the Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu for emergency runway repairs for two weeks.
The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Mrs Obiageli Orah disclosed this in a statement on Saturday in Lagos.
According to Orah, there was a sudden and significant rupture in the asphalt surface at a critical section of the runway.
She said that, as a result, the emergency repairs would be conducted on the portion of the runway from April 22 to May 6.
“In compliance with the Nigerian civil aviation regulations, FAAN has, therefore, closed the runway during this period.
“As part of FAAN’s commitment to passenger safety and modernisation of airport facilities, the runway will not be open for landings or takeoffs during the rehabilitation period.
“FAAN appeals to all airport users and stakeholders for their understanding and cooperation during this time. All flights to this airport will be diverted to nearby airports.”
“The authority apologises for the late and unexpected notice regarding the closure.”
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