The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has notified airlines, airport users and the general public about the shutting down of  Apron Gate 1 and some sections of Taxiway F at the international wing of the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos to human and vehicular traffic for six weeks.

Spokeswoman for the agency, Mrs. Henrietta Yakubu, who announced this in a statement in Lagos said the facilities would be closed to traffic from Friday, June 7.

“This closure is to enable the contractor handling the construction of the new terminal (China Civil Construction Company) link the proposed apron under construction to the existing one.

“To maintain orderliness and ensure safety of operators while the project would last, the Authority has developed and deployed specific procedures for vehicular movements and officers of the aviation security department have been mobilized to ensure compliance.

“The Authority will like to solicit the understanding and cooperation of all concerned towards ensuring a safe air side for aircraft movement and personnel safety during the construction,” said Yakubu.

 

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