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The Federal Government may be considering shutting down the General Aviation Terminal (GAT) at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, following alarming reports that the VIP section has become a hotspot for money laundering, drug trafficking, and human smuggling.
Sources within the aviation sector reveal that security agencies have raised concerns over the terminal’s frequent use for illicit activities, prompting discussions on drastic measures to curb the menace. Authorities fear that without immediate intervention, the terminal could continue to serve as a gateway for high-profile criminals operating under the guise of VIP privileges.
Aviation and security officials are reportedly reviewing options, including a potential closure of the terminal or an overhaul of security protocols. If approved, this move could signal a major crackdown on elite-facilitated crime within Nigeria’s air transport system.
Stakeholders in the aviation industry await an official government statement on the fate of the GAT, even as pressure mounts to sanitize the nation’s airports.
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