First International Flight Lands At Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport

International flight operations resumed on Monday in Abuja as the first commercial flight touched down at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.

The Ethiopian Airlines Aircraft which came in from Addis-Ababa touched down the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport at about 1:39pm on Monday.

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The plane, according to findings by THE WHISTLER, was said to have touched down to much fanfare from airport officials, with fire trucks deployed to sprinkle water as the plane taxied to the terminal.

It was learnt that social distancing and other Covid-19 protocols were well observed.

Passengers were also impressed with the professionalism of officials deployed to assist them.

The officials, according to sources were so courteous and professional.

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“Some of us weren’t expecting the level of hospitality,” one of the source said.

While initial delays upon arrival were experienced, it was learnt that the system was very efficient as those who had challenges were assigned officials to attend to them.

“I wish this type of professionalism and service can be replicated in other airports across the country,” one of the passengers in the aircraft told this Newspaper.

Passengers flying into Nigeria are required to present a negative PCR test certificate before boarding and are also expected to pay about N43,000 for a repeat test in Abuja and Lagos.

Only two centres are approved by Nigeria Centre for Disease Control to carryout the repeat test for international travelers.

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Airlines which convey passengers who fail to meet the COVID-19 protocols will be sanctioned and will pay $3,500 per passenger who doesn’t meet the requirements, according to NCDC guidelines.

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