The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has taken delivery of two ambulifts for deployment at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, as part of efforts to improve accessibility and passenger experience for persons with reduced mobility.
FAAN disclosed this in a post on its official X account on Thursday.
The authority said the ambulifts would provide additional assistance to passengers who require support while boarding or disembarking from aircraft, with emphasis on safety, dignity and efficiency.
“The addition of the ambulifts is aimed at providing the necessary assistance to passengers who may require additional support when boarding or disembarking aircrafts, ensuring they receive dignified, safe and efficient care throughout their journey,” FAAN stated.
According to the agency, the keys to the two ambulifts were formally handed over to NACHO Aviation Services by the Director of Airport Operations, Capt. Abdullahi Mahmood.
FAAN said Mahmood would oversee the deployment and operation of the equipment at the airport.
The authority said the initiative was part of its broader efforts to strengthen passenger facilitation services and ensure that travellers with mobility limitations receive the necessary support.
“The initiative underscores FAAN’s commitment to strengthening passenger facilitation services and ensuring that every passenger, regardless of mobility limitations, receives the support and assistance they deserve,” the agency stated.
The deployment of the ambulifts is expected to improve boarding and disembarkation arrangements for passengers with reduced mobility at the Lagos airport.
