Former Aviation Commission Warns of Air Safety Risks Posed by Unruly Passengers in Nigeria

Yakubu Dati, a former aviation commission member, warned about the risks posed by unruly passengers compromising air safety in Nigeria. Speaking at the 2025 Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) Safety Week event in Lagos, Dati emphasized the increasing incidents involving unruly passengers and the challenges they pose to aviation safety.

Various speakers at the event stressed the importance of conflict management, negotiation, and communication to enhance safety culture within the aviation sector. FAAN's focus remains on policy, regulation, and building public trust through collaborative efforts to strengthen safety culture and address conflicts at Nigerian airports.