Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development Festus Keyamo has confirmed that a porous հատված of the perimeter fence at Akure Airport created an access point exploited during a recent security incident involving suspected criminals.
Speaking on the development, Keyamo assured the public that the airport itself was not the target of any , emphasizing that the intrusion resulted from an external security situation that spilled into the airport premises.
According to him the breach occurred through a weak section at the rear of the airport fence which is part of aging infrastructure currently under review for upgrades. He noted that efforts are underway to secure funding to rehabilitate such facilities across the country.
The incident has sparked conflicting reports between the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria and the Nigeria Police Force. While aviation authorities initially claimed that four suspected bandits were arrested within the airport vicinity the police refuted this stating that only two suspected logistics suppliers linked to kidnappers were apprehended outside the airport along nearby routes.
Keyamo acknowledged these discrepancies and disclosed that he has ordered a comprehensive investigation involving aviation security and law enforcement agencies. The aim he said is to elish an accurate account of events and identify any lapses in coordination or duty.
He stressed that disciplinary action would be taken if any personnel were found negligent in surveillance or reporting responsibilities.
Reiterating his position Keyamo maintained that passengers and aviation facilities remain safe across Nigeria insisting that the breach did not indicate a direct threat to airport operations.
The minister added that improved collaboration between agencies and sustained investment in infrastructure would be critical in preventing similar incidents in the future.
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