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BREAKING: FG Mandates Tollgate Fees At Federal Airports Nationwide
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Nigerian government mandates tollgate fees at federal airports.
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Federal Executive Council (FEC) approves toll policy and authorizes provision of disabled aircraft recovery system operators at Murtala Muhammed Airport.
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Policy aims to boost economy, facilitate investments, and enhance aviation safety and efficiency nationwide.
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian government, led by President Bola Tinubu, has announced a new policy requiring all users of federal airports across the country to pay tolls at airport gates.
This decision was among the approvals granted by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) at the conclusion of its meeting held in Abuja on Monday and Tuesday.
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According to Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Tinubu, the directive applies to everyone, including the President and the Vice President; no exemptions will be made.
Onanuga disclosed the details of the approvals granted by the FEC, noting that toll payments at federal airport gates are now mandatory.
Additionally, the FEC authorized the provision, installation, and training of disabled aircraft recovery system operators at Murtala Muhammed Airport in Lagos. This move reflects the government’s commitment to enhancing aviation safety and efficiency across the country’s airports, ensuring that adequate measures are in place for various operational scenarios, including emergencies involving disabled aircraft.
He also revealed that the contract for Murtala Muhammed Airport will require N4.2 billion, with a similar contract having been awarded in 2021 for Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.
Tollgate Fees At Federal Airports
“After exhaustive deliberations, the council approved a number of policies and projects that will further boost the economy, facilitate investments and promote the ease of doing business in the country.
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“FEC approved that all users of Federal airports all over the country must now pay tolls at the gates. No one is excluded. The President and Vice President of Nigeria will also pay the toll,” Onanuga said.
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