The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has clarified that Uber, Bolt and other e-hailing platforms have not been banned from operating at Nigerian airports.
FAAN issued the clarification on Thursday following reports suggesting that restrictions had been placed on e-hailing services at some airports managed by the authority.
According to FAAN, its position is not intended to prevent passengers from using their preferred means of transportation or stop e-hailing companies from providing services to air travellers.
The authority explained that its primary concern is to ensure that commercial transportation services operating within airport premises comply with established security, safety and operational requirements.
FAAN said e-hailing services must be properly identifiable and accountable while being integrated into the airport’s security and operational framework.
The authority also addressed concerns surrounding the Airport Car Hire and Ride Management System (ACHRAMS), stressing that the platform is not an e-hailing application and was not created to compete with services offered by Uber, Bolt or other similar companies.
FAAN stated that ACHRAMS is designed to support the proper management and coordination of commercial transportation activities within airport environments.
The authority maintained that passengers will continue to have access to transportation options, while operators are expected to comply with the necessary airport regulations designed to protect travellers and ensure smooth operations.
FAAN’s clarification is expected to ease concerns among passengers and e-hailing operators following the reports of a possible ban on Uber and Bolt services at Nigerian airports.
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