BY OLAPEJU OLUBI
As the yuletide season peaks, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has assured air travelers of seamless passages at all terminals, urging them to relax and enjoy its services.
The authority in a statement said consistent efforts have been made to upgrade all security and safety apparatuses to give airport users its best offerings.
To avoid chaos, FAAN reminded travellers to be at the airport early enough to complete all mandatory pre-boarding formalities within allotted durations to reduce rush and avoid missing their flights.
FAAN emphasized that international travellers must be at the airport three hours before departure, while local travellers should arrive two hours ahead of take-off.
“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 .
“The FAAN has expanded the screening area at the airports in order to give passengers a better flying experience. Keep an eye on your valuables while passing through screening.
“A joint task force at the land side is working relentlessly to ensure the free flow of traffic. Ensure that you park your vehicle properly at the car park to avoid it being towed away.
“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 misdemeanor at the airports”, the Authority admonished.
The statement recalled that the MD of FAAN at a recent event gave severe warning to staff and government agencies to live above board in all their dealings and warned that deviants will be severely punished.
“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”, the statement added.
