NCAA, FAAN engages Stakeholders reacts as Labour pickets Turkish Airlines at MMIA Lagos

Oru Leonard 

Sequel to the picketing of Turkish Airlines’ operations at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos by the Nigeria Labour Congress on Tuesday, 21st of May, 2024, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) along with its sister agency, the Federal Airports Authority (FAAN), has engaged all stakeholders to bring an amicable end to the impasse.

A release co- signed by the NCAA Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu and FAAN’s Director Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Obiageli Orah stated that meetings have been held between the NCAA, FAAN, and Turkish Airline, and NCAA and representatives of the unions.

“While further conversations are being had, the NCAA and FAAN are on top of the situation and wish to assure all
airlines operating in Nigeria – including Turkish and the general public – of our commitment to ensuring safe and
secure flights.
“While Nigeria does not tolerate disruptive behaviour at her airports, FAAN has deployed additional layers of
security to prevent any further disruptions.
“The issues leading to this unfortunate incident are resolvable and must be done with respect to the law. The NCAA
strongly advises persons and groups to desist from disrupting airport operations as it has serious safety and
economic implications for the industry”, the release cautioned.

The Authorities empathized with stranded passengers, particularly children and the elderly who have been put through indescribable inconvenience.

“We are doing everything possible to ensure that passengers travel without further delay.
“NCAA and FAAN will continue to engage Turkish Airlines and the unions in hopes that these issues are resolved
amicably and permanently*, it concluded.

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