Yemisi Izuora
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, at the weekend shut down the Murtala Muhammed International Airport’s Apron Gate 1 and some sections of Taxiway F to human and vehicular traffic.
The closure which will last for six weeks 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, therefore solicited the understanding and cooperation of all concerned towards ensuring a safe airside for aircraft movement and personnel safety during the construction.