The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has launched a new domestic cargo terminal at Lagos’s general aviation terminal (GAT) to modernize the nation’s aviation logistics. Led by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, and managed by the Directorate of Cargo Development and Services under Lekan Thomas, the initiative aims to boost Nigeria’s export capabilities while strengthening the country’s cargo infrastructure.
FAAN’s Managing Director and Chief Executive, Olubunmi Kuku, officially inaugurated the facility on Friday. In an official statement, FAAN’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Obiageli Orah, emphasized that the terminal will augment cargo handling operations by boosting efficiency, scalability, and connectivity.
Located in the domestic wing of Lagos Airport, the terminal features advanced cargo handling systems designed to enhance safety, streamline trade operations, and support Nigeria’s future growth.
FAAN further stated that the terminal seeks to tackle ongoing challenges in domestic cargo logistics, particularly those hindering the transportation of agricultural goods and e-commerce shipments. As agricultural exports and online retail continue to grow, the facility will offer reliable and secure logistics solutions to meet increasing demand, it added.
By eliminating long-standing inefficiencies in cargo handling, the terminal is set to bolster businesses nationwide while ensuring a smoother and more efficient movement of goods across the country.
According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), Nigeria processed around 174,000 metric tons of air freight in 2023, ranking among Africa’s top cargo hubs. Imports made up approximately 65% of this total, including machinery, pharmaceuticals, and high-value perishables.
FAAN additionally revealed plans to implement the same model in various regions, including Abuja, Kano, Jos, Niger, and Port Harcourt, to broaden access to advanced cargo processing nationwide.
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