The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced the arrest of four suspected bandits near Akure Airport in Ondo State following a coordinated security operation, Peak Newspaper reports.
The suspects were apprehended after a distress alert about suspicious individuals spotted behind the airport perimeter towards the Eleyewo community.
The joint team comprising FAAN’s Aviation Security (AVSEC), Nigerian Air Force, Nigerian Army, Nigeria Police Force, and local security outfits quickly mobilized and cordoned off the area.
During the operation, some individuals attempted to flee, but the four suspects were successfully arrested and handed over to the Nigeria Police Force Area Command for further interrogation.
A locally fabricated rifle was recovered from one of them. FAAN commended the swift collaboration and highlighted the importance of strengthening airport perimeter security nationwide. Read the full statement by FAAN in the comment section
