FAAN Warns of Tough Sanctions Against Unruly Airport Passengers
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has issued a strong warning to travellers against unruly behaviour at the nation’s airports, pledging to enforce strict sanctions under existing aviation laws. In a statement on Monday, FAAN’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Obiageli Orah, expressed concern over the growing number of disruptive incidents, stressing that such conduct would no longer be tolerated. “Such behaviour is entirely unacceptable within the framework of civil aviation and will not be tolerated,” the statement read.
The agency urged passengers to acquaint themselves with the Passengers’ Rights and Responsibilities, as well as Airlines’ Obligations, as set out by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority and FAAN’s own bye-laws.
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FAAN emphasised that offenders would face penalties under ICAO Annex 17, Nigerian Civil Aviation Regulations (Part 17), and relevant FAAN bye-laws. “Moving forward, the Authority will not hesitate to implement relevant sanctions against any form of disruptive or threatening behaviour within airport premises,” it said.
The statement further revealed that FAAN is reviewing its security protocols, including procedures for restraining and prosecuting offenders, in line with the Airport Approved Security Programme and applicable laws. Referring to a recent case involving a passenger on an Ibom Air flight, FAAN confirmed that while the situation
