 Reacting to the protest, Nigeria's aviation ministry expressed its displeasure at the warning strike by the aviation unions and called for a rethink. The ministry said the protest was unnecessary, as it would increase the hardship on the citizens, affect flight schedules, lead economic losses, and negatively impact the country's rating globally. The aviation ministry noted that the planned demolition of certain buildings obstructing the runway was in the interest of the public. On the concession of airports, the ministry said the unions were aware of global practices, and that for the aviation industry in Nigeria to be the hub in Africa, concession was the way to improve infrastructure and make airports economically viable.