Aviation security experts have raised fresh concerns over the safety of Nigerian airports, warning that incidents of intrusion and security breaches may persist unless urgent steps are taken to strengthen infrastructure and surveillance systems.
The warning follows a recent security breach at Akure Airport in Ondo State, where suspects believed to be suppliers to kidnappers gained access to the runway vicinity, sparking fears about vulnerabilities within Nigeria’s aviation security framework.
Stakeholders who spoke in separate interviews with our correspondent said the incident highlights longstanding weaknesses in perimeter protection across several airports, stressing that the situation could worsen if not addressed in line with global standards.
Airport intrusion fears rise after Akure security breach
