The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) carried out an undercover operation at the Joint User Hydrant Installation (JUHI) Canal and the International Access Road Bridge at Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos, over the weekend in order to guarantee the security of travelers and airport infrastructure.
The task force detained five suspected criminals in the hideout, according to a news release provided to LEADERSHIP by Obiageli Orah, head of Public Affairs & Consumer Protection.
Yet, she bemoaned the fact that thieves are progressively converting the JUHI Canal into a haven for them, claiming that they have also constructed shantytowns.
“It is lamentable to note the gradual transformation of the JUHI canal into a potential hideout for criminals. Shanties have been erected by miscreants in close proximity to NAHCO Bridge. The raid has brought about the dismantling of these shanties by the JMTF and subsequent arrest of five miscreants.
“These individuals have been handed over to the Aviation Security Crime Investigation and Intelligence Unit (CIIU) for further interrogation and necessary action.”
“FAAN is using this medium to warn the general public that any encroachment into the airport environment shall not be tolerated, and anyone who has no business at the airport should please stay away.
The Authority shall deal with anyone caught carrying out any act of vandalism or touting at the airports.”
