AIRPORT CAB ROW: FAAN weighs extension amid shutdown threat (opens original article in a new tab)

FAAN considers extending the deadline for airport cab operators to replace pre-2012 vehicles to October 2026 amid threats of shutdown from operator unions over policy changes

• FAAN plans to extend the deadline for airport cab operators to stop using pre-2012 vehicles from July 2026 to October 2026
• NUPCO threatened to shut down operations at two major airports if FAAN does not reverse anti-operator policies
• FAAN stated the directive aims to improve passenger satisfaction through newer vehicles and cited previous extensions due to economic conditions
• Operators argue the policy includes a tariff increase from N500 to N1,500 and a vehicle age restriction