FAAN beefs up security at airports for Easter vacation

THE Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has said the airports in the country have put measures in place to ensure the safety of travellers.

FAAN noted that in anticipation of the usual upsurge in passenger traffic that is the norm around Easter holiday it had beefed up security at all airports in the country as

The agency, therefore, assured Nigerians not to exercise any fear in travelling to various parts of the country to enjoy their vacation.

This was contained in a statement issued today by the agency.

The statement was titled “Easter Celebration; FAAN Assures Of Safety,’ and signed by the General Manager, Corporate Affairs, Yakubu Henrietta.

The statement read, “As Easter holiday approaches, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria wishes to assure passengers and other airport users that our network of airports are fully prepared and ready for the usual upsurge in passenger traffic that is the norm around this season.

“We have put all necessary facilities, infrastructure and manpower in place, to ensure seamless facilitation at the airports during the season and beyond.

“We also want to assure all passengers and airport users of safety and security, as relevant security agencies have been mobilized to beef up security at all airports.

“The Authority advises passengers to endeavour to leave for the airport early enough, so as to ensure that check in formalities are conducted in good time.”