The Presidency has released an update on the Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu, highlighting its current operations and ongoing efforts to modernise the facility.
The airport serves as a major aviation gateway for Enugu State and the South-East region.
According to the update, Akanu Ibiam International Airport operates with a single main terminal that handles both arrivals and departures. Flight operations are largely domestic, with key routes including Enugu–Abuja and Enugu–Lagos. Although designated as an international airport, international flight operations remain limited at present.
The facility features a 3,000-metre asphalt runway capable of accommodating medium to large aircraft under suitable conditions. Passenger traffic is estimated at between 350,000 and 500,000 passengers annually.
The Presidency noted that there are ongoing federal-led efforts and stakeholder engagements aimed at improving and modernising the airport’s infrastructure. These efforts focus on strengthening terminal facilities, improving passenger processing systems, and supporting broader aviation development objectives.
The improvements are intended to enhance connectivity, reduce congestion, and support economic and commercial activities across the South-East region.
The update is presented as part of the Federal Government’s commitment to developing aviation infrastructure under the Renewed Hope Agenda. Officials say the modernisation of Akanu Ibiam International Airport will play a key role in boosting regional connectivity and economic growth in the South-East.
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) operates the airport.
The update has generated discussions online, with some Nigerians calling for faster progress on the expansion and internationalisation of the airport, while others have welcomed the information as a sign of continued federal attention to the facility.
