The Enugu State Government has disclosed that the concession process for the Akanu Ibiam International Airport is over 70% complete, with plans to finalise the remaining procedures by the second quarter of 2025.
This update was made by the State Commissioner for Transportation, Dr Obi Ozor, during an interview on Enugu Kwenu, a programme aired on Afia TV.
“The Federal Government has been supportive of the state,” Ozor stated. “Some private investors are working tirelessly with the Federal Ministry of Aviation to conclude the concession of the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, and of course, the immediate rehabilitation and operationalization of that airport.”
The commissioner noted that critical upgrades are planned, including the completion of the international terminal, cargo terminal, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facilities, aircraft hangars, and a runway extension.
Ozor added, “We know that they have gone more than 70 per cent of the way in terms of the process, and we are hoping that the remaining 30 per cent should hopefully be completed in the second quarter of 2025.”
The Federal Minister for Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, also emphasized transparency in the concession process, denying claims that the deal had already been finalized.
Meanwhile, the Enugu State Government is set to launch its own airline, Enugu Air, in May 2025 as part of broader efforts to boost aviation infrastructure and services in the region.
