Security beefed up at airports to secure Sallah travellers: FAAN
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) says security has been beefed up at the nation’s airports ahead of the Eid-el-Fitri celebration.
Faithful Hope-Ivbaze, the acting General Manager, Corporate Affairs of FAAN, said this in a statement on Saturday in Lagos.
“As part of our preparations to ensure seamless facilitation of our highly esteemed passengers during the Sallah celebrations and beyond, security has been beefed up at the airports.
”Also, facilities at our Airports have been generally improved upon and are functioning optimally.
“In addition, all other logistics have been upgraded and strengthened to provide for the expected increase in passenger traffic in and around our airports,” Mrs Hope-ivbaze said.
She urged travellers to look for directional signages for guidance and adhere to safety instructions.
The FAAN spokesperson assured passengers and airport users of absolute safety and security at the nation’s airports during the Sallah celebration.
Mrs Hope-Ivbase maintained that receiving dignitaries in restricted areas by security agents and airport officials was prohibited.
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