Covid 19 faan deploys more thermal cameras to lagos airport

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COVID-19: FAAN Deploys More Thermal Cameras to Lagos Airport

In a bid to enhance the safety and security of passengers and staff at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has deployed additional thermal cameras to detect and prevent the spread of COVID-19.

The thermal cameras, which are designed to detect elevated body temperatures, have been installed at various entry and exit points of the airport, including the arrival and departure halls, immigration and customs areas, and security checkpoints.

According to FAAN's Managing Director, Captain Rabiu Yadudu, the deployment of the thermal cameras is part of the airport's efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of all passengers and staff, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

"We are committed to providing a safe and secure environment for all our passengers and staff, and the deployment of these thermal cameras is a critical step in achieving this goal," Captain Yadudu said.

The thermal cameras are designed to detect body temperatures of passengers and staff, and can identify individuals with elevated temperatures, which could be a sign of COVID-19 infection. Passengers and staff with elevated temperatures will be isolated and referred to the airport's medical team for further evaluation and treatment.

The deployment of the thermal cameras is in addition to other measures already in place at the airport to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including the provision of hand sanitizer stations, the installation of physical barriers to maintain social distancing, and the enforcement of mask-wearing protocols.

The Lagos airport is one of the busiest airports in West Africa, and the deployment of the thermal cameras is expected to enhance the safety and security of passengers and staff, while also helping to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

In related news, the Nigerian government has also announced plans to introduce a new COVID-19 testing protocol for all international passengers arriving in the country. The new protocol, which is expected to come into effect in the coming weeks, will require all international passengers to undergo COVID-19 testing before being allowed to enter the country.