The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has assured of seamless operations at nation’s airports through out the festive season.
It therefore urged Nigerians to feel confident to travel through the airports this Yuletide season as the Authority has consistently taken measures to upgrade its security apparatus to ensure safety of life and property of the travelling public .
FAAN however, enjoined 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 travellers should arrive two hours to 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.
“Do not leave your luggage unattended,” it warned.
FAAN further disclosed that it has expanded the screening area at the airports in order to give passengers a better flying experience.
It further warned travellers to Keep an eye on their valuables while passing through screening.
While announcing that a joint task force at the land side is working relentlessly to ensure the free flow of traffic, it urged airport users to ensure to park their vehicles properly at the car park to avoid them being towed away.
Issuing further warning FAAN said: “Do not engage the services of touts.
“The Authority frowns at extortion and has gone an extra mile to engage undercover staff to observe and report every act of misdemeanours at the airports.
“Do not give bribes or encourage extortion.
“Respect rules and regulations in respect of carriage of prohibited articles, liquids, and gel.
“We have information desks at all our airports to assist you. Please make use of them.”
Recall that the Managing Director of FAAN at a recent event gave severe warning to staff as well as all government agencies that operate at the nation’s airports that the Authority will ensure that whoever is culpable is punished.