Aviation Workers Protest and Shutdown Enugu Airport Over Concession Plan

Aviation workers at Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu, Nigeria, protested the federal government's concession plan for the airport. The workers expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of clarity on job security and salary redeployment in the concession process.

The shutdown of flight operations resulted in flight cancellations and delays, leaving passengers stranded. The workers felt ignored and uninformed about the concession, which they fear may impact their future job prospects.

Despite efforts by the aviation union to engage government officials, including the South East governors and a prominent businessman from Anambra State, no concrete plans were provided to address the workers' concerns. The shutdown was a result of the workers' frustration with the lack of transparency and consideration for their welfare in the airport concession process.