South-East in high spirits as first international commercial flight lands at Akanu Ibiam Airport on Saturday...

All is now set for the arrival of the first international commercial passenger flight at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, tomorrow, Saturday, 24th August, 2013.
The historic flight will be made by the Ethiopian Airlines, which will now be the first international carrier to operate from Enugu.
The Enugu State Government has assured that adequate preparations have been made to ensure that the event described as a significant milestone in the economic life of the state and the entire South-East, was successfully conducted.

Governor Sullivan Chime and his colleagues from the other states in the region as well as many important dignitaries are expected to receive the epoch making flight.
As expected, an atmosphere of excitement and jubilation now pervades Enugu and other states in the South-East region as residents eagerly await the arrival of the aircraft, which they described as a dream come true.