Nigeria, Aug. 12 -- The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has assured passengers that airport operations will continue despite the ongoing industrial action by aviation unions.

FAAN, in a statement issued on Tuesday, said it was working with aviation agencies, airlines, security agencies and other stakeholders to minimise the impact of the industrial action and ensure that airport operations were not disrupted.

The authority said it was closely monitoring developments and remained committed to maintaining safe, secure and orderly operations at Nigeria's airports.

The assurance comes after the industrial action disrupted flight operations earlier on Tuesday, with some airlines suspending or rescheduling services following res...