The Federal Government has disclosed that the pre-arrival or post-arrival testing for COVID-19 is no longer a prerequisite for travellers irrespective of vaccination status.
The announcement was contained in a letter by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, dated December 12, 2022, and addressed to airline operators on Monday.
The letter reads, “COVID-19 Travel Testing: Pre-departure and Post-arrival COVID-19 PCR tests are no longer required for all passengers irrespective of vaccination status. PCR tests required for all passengers who have been partial/not fully vaccinated have been suspended.”
In addition, it was noted that face masks are no longer required for passengers in aircraft, aside from the suspension of COVID-19 tests.
When contacted, General Manager, Public Affairs, NCAA, Sam Adurogboye said, ”That is the current state and development which is at the instance of the Presidential Steering Committee.”
