FAAN to Temporarily Close Lagos Airport Runway for Rehabilitation

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has temporarily closed Runway 18R/36L at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, for rehabilitation work.

In a statement issued on Sunday, Obiageli Orah, FAAN’s director of public affairs and consumer protection, confirmed that the closure will take effect from 3:00 AM on March 3, 2025, until 11:59 PM on March 4, 2025.

“The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria wishes to inform the general public that there would be a temporary closure of Runway 18R/36L at Murtala Muhammed Airport Lagos due to ongoing rehabilitation work (asphalt phase) at the A2 Taxiway-link of the runway,” the statement read.

Despite the temporary closure, Orah assured travelers that flight operations would not be disrupted, as all aircraft would be redirected to the alternative Runway 18L/36R. She reaffirmed FAAN’s commitment to maintaining safety, security, and passenger comfort throughout the process.

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The announcement comes amid ongoing efforts to upgrade airport infrastructure across Nigeria. FAAN’s managing director, Olubunmi Kuku, recently highlighted the urgent need for runway reconstruction nationwide, revealing that ₦580 billion would be required to overhaul aging airport runways that have exceeded their lifespan.