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FAAN holds talks with Customs CG, NSA to avoid strike

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has engaged with the Controller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Adewale Adeniyi, to address the concerns of aviation workers who are protesting the conduct of Customs officers at the Lagos airport. The branch Chairman of the Air Transport Services Senior Staff Association of Nigeria at FAAN, John Ogbe, […]

Aviation auditors begin security audits of Lagos, Abuja airports
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FAAN unveils new security technology at Nigerian airports

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has enhanced security measures at Nigerian airports, particularly international ones, to align with the International Civil Aviation Organization’s Standard and Recommended Practices. In line with the upgrades, FAAN has replaced much of the old security equipment with modern, state-of-the-art alternatives at key areas of the airports, particularly at international […]

Domestic airfares in Nigeria surge by 19% in one year - NBS
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FAAN shuts Lagos airport runway for asphalt repairs

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has closed Runway 18R/36L at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, Lagos, for asphalt rehabilitation. The closure began at 3:00 a.m. on Monday, March 3, 2025, and is scheduled to end at 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. This was disclosed in a statement signed by FAAN’s Director of […]

FAAN increases Abuja airport toll fare
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FAAN resumes access gate fees at Abuja airport

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria resumed collecting access gate fees at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on February 8, 2025. Recall, the charges were suspended for two weeks from January 24 due to disruptions caused by ongoing road construction. This was disclosed in a public notice signed by FAAN’s management via the official X […]

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FAAN MD jstifies N580bn runway upgrade, threatens resignation

The Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, Olubunmi Kuku, has stated that she will step down when she feels it’s time to leave her position. Kuku made the remark while answering aviation industry-related questions on Television Continental on Thursday evening. The FAAN MD, who admitted to stepping on toes and said she […]

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FAAN orders removal of manual search tables at Lagos airport

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has reiterated its directive to dismantle manual search tables at screening points in the international terminal of Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos. FAAN directed security operatives to use technology-driven screening equipment for inspecting passengers’ luggage, emphasizing the need for more efficient and modernized airport security measures. The agency has also […]

FAAN diverts two Kano-bound aircraft to Lagos over runway light outage
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Over 20 airport offenders caught daily – FAAN

The Director of Aviation Security Services at the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria  Afegbai Igbafe, has reported a daily breach of airport security, with 20 to 30 individuals intruding through perimeter fences. This situation has led to increased patrols by security personnel and collaborative efforts with military forces to enhance security. This was disclosed by […]

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FAAN plans upgrade of international airports security with new scanners

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has moved to update and expand security equipment at international airports to enable thorough passenger screening in line with the global Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPS) in aviation. This was disclosed by the Managing Director of FAAN, Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku on Thursday in Lagos, during a strategic meeting with […]

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N23bn allocation for airport upgrade grossly insufficient – FAAN

The Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, Olubunmi Kuku has said that the N23.1 billion earmarked for rebuilding and repairing airport facilities across the country is grossly insufficient. Kuku disclosed this during an appearance on The Morning Brief, a Channels TV program, on Tuesday, said that airports, terminal areas, land sides, and […]

Customs, FAAN ranked worst-performing agencies in May 2024
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Customs, FAAN ranked worst-performing agencies in May 2024

Nigeria’s Official Public Service Complaint website, ReportGov.Ng, has identified the Nigeria Customs Service, the Nigeria Electricity Management Service Agency, and the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria as the least effective government agencies in terms of resolving customer complaints for May 2024. This evaluation is part of a report that examines how government Ministries, Departments, and […]

FAAN begins sale of E-tags for federal airports
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FAAN begins sale of E-tags for federal airports

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has declared the commencement of E-tag sales, allowing entry into the 24 federal airports nationwide, starting today, May 17, 2024. This announcement was disseminated through a statement shared on FAAN’s official social media account, formerly known as Twitter. As per the statement, the sale of E-tags is in […]