The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has disclosed that it has gone the extra mile to engage undercover staff to observe and report every act of misdemeanours at the airports.
Abdullahi Yakubu-Funtua, director of public affairs & consumer protection, in a statement, said the MD of FAAN at a recent event gave a severe warning to staff as well as all government agencies that operate at the airports that FAAN will ensure that whoever is culpable is punished.
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He stressed that ahead of the festive season, passengers should not give bribes or encourage extortion, adding that passengers should
respect rules and regulations concerning the carriage of prohibited articles, liquids, and gel.
“FAAN, enjoins all travellers to be at the airport early enough to reduce rush as well as not to miss their flights.
“International travellers must be at the airport three hours before departure, while local travelers should arrive two hours before the flight schedule.
“Ensure that you pack your luggage by yourself. You must not assist anyone with his/ her luggage. If anyone needs help, he/she should call the attention of airport officials,” Yakubu-Funtua stated.
He said people should not leave their luggage unattended.
He said that FAAN has expanded the screening area at the airports to give passengers a better flying experience.
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He said a joint task force at the land side is working relentlessly to ensure the free flow of traffic.
