FAAN and cargo agents settle cargo tariff dispute
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has agreed to reduce cargo tariffs at Murtala Muhammed Airport after negotiations with air cargo agents. The decision comes after cargo agents suspended work for eight days in protest against a proposed tariff hike. Frank Ogunojemite, President of the Africa Association of Professional Freight Forwarders and Logistics, confirmed that the revised tariff satisfied the agents. Discussions are still ongoing with ground handling companies regarding rent and demurrage charges incurred during the strike.
TLDR
- FAAN reduced the proposed cargo tariff increase from N20 to N15 per kilogramme after negotiations with cargo agents.
- Cargo agents had stopped processing cargo at the airport in protest against the initial tariff hike from N7 to N20 per kilogramme.
- The resolution led to the resumption of cargo clearing activities at Murtala Muhammed Airport.
- Frank Ogunojemite stated that talks continue with ground handlers over rent and demurrage charges from the strike period.
- Henry Agbebire, FAAN’s Director of Public Affairs, confirmed the compromise and said it would improve business operations at the airport.
