Following the incessant incursion into the airside of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, the Military Commandant ,at the airport, Group Captain ED Okolo has issued a ” A RESTRAINING ORDER ” against anyone caught trying to gain access into the runway of the airport through the perimeter fence.
According to the Commandant, it has been observed that there is an increased rate of incursion into the airside, through the perimeter fence, with far-reaching consequences.
Recalling the theft of Runway lighting facilities at the airport not too long ago the Commandant ssid al these occurrences undermine the safety and security of the airport .
His words:”This practice does not only undermine the security of the system but also imposes a huge financial burden on the Authority as damaged or stolen critical facilities must be replaced.
“The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, is therefore appealing to the general public to please desist from illegal incursion into the airport environment through the perimeter fence. Perimeter encroachment is highly prohibited, and criminal offenders risk prosecution or possibly being shot at. Every unauthorised or illegal structure around the airports would be pulled down. Be advised.
“The Authority is also appealing to those who do not have any business at the airport to stay away. Anyone caught touting or loitering at the airport vicinity will be arrested and prosecuted.”
The Joint Military Task Force (JMTF) has also intensified their operations and made several arrest recently.
Airport users are also advised to park at designated car parks to.avoif cars wrongly parked
Please avoid parking at drop-off zones to avoid being towed.
“Nigerians deserve good service, and we are committed to serving you better at FAAN”
