No going back on cashless policy at Nigeria’s airports, says Keyamo
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo, has affirmed that there is no going back on cashless policy, at the nation’s airports.
Mr Keyamo made the assertion on Friday, at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (NAIA) Abuja, during on-the-spot assessment of hybrid payment system newly adopted by the government
The hybrid payment was adopted, following President Bola Tinubu’s directive to suspend full cashless implementation.
The minister however, explained that the government was only considering the people that had yet to obtain Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) cashless card to be using cash pending the nation’s full migration to cashless system.
“We decided to go back to the drawing boards to see what we can do to prevent revenue loss and ease the traffic. That was the reason why we came up with this hybrid system now.
“So, those who have the cards already, can continue using their cards, as such money goes straight into Treasury Single Account (TSA), which is the federation account.
“Look, there is no going back on the cashless system. It is too late for those who think they can frustrate the cashless system because they like the cash collection system. This nation has passed such a stage. There is limited time left for the hybrid system,” Mr Keyamo stated.
The minister reiterated the existing federal government’s directive that no federal agency should ever collect cash.
Mr Keyamo disclosed that the government had started discussing with concessionaires, who would come and make the airports fully automated.
He reiterated the government resolve to stop the corrupt cash payment system at the nation’s airports which has lingered for 50 years.
Recall that Mr Tinubu directed the temporary suspension of the cashless payment system at Nigerian airport toll gates because of its sudden implementation.
The rushed implementation caused severe traffic congestion and long queues of vehicles, making it difficult for motorists to complete electronic payments quickly.
The delays led to passengers arriving late at the terminals and missing their flights, creating hardship and operational disruptions at major airports.
(NAN)
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette
Agriculture
FG tasks ECOWAS on leveraging financing strategies for agroecology
The federal government has urged stakeholders in the agriculture and finance sectors in the West Africa region to leverage financing strategies to enhance agroecology practices
Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”
States
NSCDC arrests four suspected phone thieves in Kano
Mr Idris-Abdullahi stated, “The suspects were arrested after a good Samaritan gave a report to the NSCDC outpost in the area.”
Hot news Home top
Terrorists invade Benue farmlands, kill six cashew farmers
Ms Udeme said the farmers were reportedly working on their farms when the assailants attacked them.
World
Jalloh, who attacked American varsity, had ties with terrorist group in Nigeria: U.S. congresman
On Thursday, Mr Jalloh breached Old Dominion University, opening fire and killing one.
States
NGO celebrates Katsina women as peace, security champions
Mr Maifada stressed that parents and religious leaders also have a vital role to play.
States
Kano ethnic leaders commend soldiers’ security efforts
Mr Ibekwe assured the commander of the continued support of community leaders in promoting peace and unity among residents.
Hot news Home top
Expecting Tinubu to instantly fix inflation caused by Buhari’s printing of N30 trillion through Ways and Means unrealistic: Jimoh Ibrahim
Mr Ibrahim said Mr Tinubu met 0.5% cash-to-GDP when he took over power from the late Buhari.
