FAAN Explains Aviation Unions’ Concerns Over Airports Concession

The management of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has reacted to a publication by Sahara Reports titled” Aviation Unions Issue 14-day Ultimatum to Federal Government of Nigeria over concessions and Salary review,” explaining issues of concerns raised by the unions.

A statement signed by Mrs. Obiageli Orah, FAAN’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection says “the Aviation Unions during the workers’ Congress held on Tuesday 25th February, 2025 had raised concerns over the non-inclusion of members in the ongoing airports concession committee deliberations, delay in the implementation of the negotiated consequential adjustment of the New Minimum Wage among others.

These issues were presented to the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo during an interactive meeting with Aviation Unions held on Friday, 28th February, 2025 in Lagos.

In his response, the Minister 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.

The Minister also, assured the Unions that he would 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.”