In its commitment to the timely completion of the rehabilitation of the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, the Enugu State government on Thursday carried out demolition exercise of buildings and structures that encroached on the airport land, for safety and security of lives and property. Speaking, the information commissioner added that the demolition exercise was in continuation of the state government’s efforts to ensure that the airport reopens as scheduled by the federal government for effective operations. “Enugu State Government is committed to the safety of our people. According to him, “We have received assurances from the contractors, from FAAN, that this airport will be re-opened for operations in April. Every land that is acquired by FAAN is acquired by the state in line with extant laws and we are providing all the necessary support for this airport to be operational.

Source: Nigerian Tribune January 23, 2020 18:22 UTC