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12 Nov 2023 | 12:16 PM UTC

Nigeria: Flight disruptions ongoing at Abuja's Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport after aircraft breaks down on runway, Nov. 12

Flight disruptions ongoing at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, Nigeria, after aircraft breaks down on runway Nov. 12.

Warning

flight disruptions are ongoing at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) in Abuja after a Cally Air commercial aircraft broke down on the runway Nov. 12. Authorities at ABV are diverting flights to Enugu's Akanu Ibiam International Airport. Officials said that all passengers were disembarked from the aircraft without injuries.

Authorities have not stated when operations will normalize. Delays are likely as authorities clear the runway and complete their investigation.

Confirm all flights if traveling via ABV through at least the remainder of Nov. 12. Do not check out of accommodations until onward travel is confirmed.