The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has responded to recent concerns raised by aviation unions regarding airport concessions and salary adjustments, urging stakeholders to embrace dialogue for a mutually beneficial resolution.
Following a report by Sahara Reporters highlighting a 14-day ultimatum issued by the unions, FAAN clarified that key concerns—including representation in the airport concession committee and delays in implementing the new minimum wage adjustments—were already presented to the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, during a meeting on February 28, 2025, in Lagos.
According to a press release signed by Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Mrs Obiageli Orah, the Minister in his response, directed immediate inclusion of the Unions’ representatives in the concession committee to ensure transparency, emphasizing that the unions get full information as the concession process is ongoing.
She said the Minister also, assured the Unions that he would also step-in to ensure the immediate implementation of the new salary review for staff of FAAN.
“FAAN remains resolute towards implementing her core values. The authority is also working with the Honourable Minister and Aerospace Development, to maintain cordial relations with the Aviation Unions as continuous dialogue and understanding are better alternatives in addressing industrial issues.
“FAAN wishes to assure the flying public of providing best services in the nation’s Airport operations in line with global best practices” she said.
