Prosper Okoye
Nigeria’s airport authority on Tuesday defended its move to enforce electronic payments nationwide, saying the policy is designed to plug revenue leakages and improve accountability amid increased scrutiny of government agencies’ finances.
The Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, Olubunmi Kuku, told lawmakers that the transition to cashless transactions would ensure all revenues collected at airports are fully captured and remitted to the government.
“This initiative is about accountability and sustainability. We are ensuring that every kobo due to the Federal Government is collected without leakages,” she said after appearing before a House of Representatives finance committee reviewing agency revenues between 2023 and 2025.
Join our WhatsApp ChannelThe enforcement of electronic payments at airport toll gates began this week, following months of public awareness campaigns and stakeholder engagement, Kuku said.
The move comes after years of concerns over revenue losses linked to manual cash collection systems, particularly at airport entry points, where under-reporting and diversion of funds have been reported by industry stakeholders.
Kuku acknowledged initial traffic congestion at some toll gates since the rollout, describing it as part of a transition phase as users adjust to the new system. She urged travellers to adopt available payment options, including contactless bank cards and pre-issued access tags, to ease delays.
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Authorities say the reform aligns with the federal government’s broader push towards a cashless economy and is expected to strengthen transparency while supporting long-term airport modernisation.
The policy is being implemented as parliament intensifies oversight of revenue-generating agencies, with lawmakers pressing for improved remittances into the national treasury.
Prosper Okoye is a Correspondent and Research Writer at Prime Business Africa, a Nigerian journalist with experience in development reporting, public affairs, and policy-focused storytelling across Africa
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