The Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu is set to ready to start operation as Ethiopian Airline has announced their readiness to commence flight operations.
On August 24th, 2019, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) shutdown the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu for major repairs. The authority said the action was aimed at resolving the safety and security concerns to flight operations.
After 371 days of shutting down the airport, on August 30th, 2020, the airport was opened for operation by the Minister of Aviation, Senator Hadi Sirika after he confirmed the airport fit to commence operations.
After over one year the airport became functional, the international wing is yet to commence operations.
However, Ethiopian Airline in a communication obtained by Journalist101 revealed that the airline will commence operations on September 15th, 2021.
“Ethiopian Airline is pleased to announce that it will commence thrice weekly services (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) to Akanu Ibiam International Airport Enugu, Nigeria starting September 15, 2021,” the notice reads.
