The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has confirmed the arrest of four suspected bandits around the Akure Airport in Ondo State following a joint security operation involving aviation and local security agencies.
In a late Sunday statement signed by the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Henry Agbebire, FAAN disclosed that the suspects were apprehended after security operatives received a distress alert about suspicious movements around the airport perimeter, close to the Eleyewo community.
According to the statement, a joint security operation, including operatives from FAAN Aviation Security (AVSEC), the Nigerian Air Force, the Nigerian Army, the Nigeria Police Force, and local security outfits, immediately launched a coordinated search operation in the area.
Agbebire explained that some of the suspects attempted to escape on sighting security operatives, but four of them were successfully arrested during the operation.
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He added that the suspects have been handed over to the Nigeria Police Force Area Command for further interrogation and investigation.
FAAN commended the swift collaboration among aviation security personnel, the military, the police, Amotekun Corps, and community vigilantes, noting that their joint effort led to the successful arrest.
The authority also stated that the Federal Government, through the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, has intensified efforts to strengthen security at airports across the country, including the installation of modern perimeter fencing and upgraded surveillance infrastructure.
Mr. Agbebire assured air travellers and host communities that FAAN remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of airport facilities nationwide.
