The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has reassured the Nigerian public of a seamless and good travel experience during the Yuletide season.
In a statement signed by the Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, FAAN, Abdullahi Yakubu-Funtua, the authority highlighted its continuous efforts to enhance security measures, aiming to guarantee the safety of life and property for all travelers.
The agency advised travelers to arrive at the airport well in advance to mitigate rush and avoid missing their flights, adding that international travelers should be at the airport three hours before departure, while local travelers should arrive two hours prior to their scheduled flights.
To enhance the screening process and improve the overall flying experience, FAAN said it has expanded the screening area at airports.
FAAN warned that travelers should pack their luggage personally and not assist others with their belongings, adding that any assistance required should be directed to airport officials, and luggage should never be left unattended.
The agency assured that a joint task force at the land side is diligently working to ensure the smooth flow of traffic.
Travelers have been urged to park their vehicles properly at the designated car park to prevent towing.
FAAN also emphasised the prohibition of engaging services from touts and strongly discouraged bribery and extortion.
It said “undercover staff” has been deployed to observe and report any acts of misdemeanors at the airports, with severe warnings issued by the former Managing Director of FAAN, Kabir Yusuf Muhammed to both staff and government agencies operating at the airports.
The Authority also reminded passengers to adhere to rules and regulations concerning the carriage of prohibited items, liquids, and gels, urging them to use information desks available at all airports to process their flights.
Extending its warm wishes to travellers for a pleasurable holiday season, FAAN said it remains committed to ensuring a safe and enjoyable travel experience for everyone.”
According to the statement, “The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), urges Nigerians to feel confident to travel through the airports this Yuletide season as the Authority has consistently taken measures to upgrade her security apparatus to ensure safety of life and property of the travelling public. FAAN, therefore, enjoins all travellers to be at the airport early enough to reduce rush as well as not to miss their flights.”
