Murtala Muhammed International Airport close down by FAAN

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) on Friday shut the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos Gate One for the ongoing construction of the new terminal constructed by the China Civil Engineering Construction Company (CCECC).

The agency said that the apron would remain shut for the next six weeks.

A statement by Mrs Henrietta Yakubu, the General Manager, Corporate Communications, FAAN, said that the closure would enable the contractor handling the new terminal to link the proposed apron under construction to the existing one.

Yakubu said some sections of the Taxiway F would also be shut for vehicular movement within the period.

She said that the information was imperative for airlines, airport users and some of the public members who make use of the facility.

She said: “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 airside for aircraft movement and personnel safety during the construction.”