Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (NAIA) in Abuja is now fully cashless, and over 10,000 “Go Cashless” cards have been registered since the rollout began, says Airport Manager Ahmed Danjuma.
The move caused some temporary gridlocks at toll gates on Monday and Tuesday as passengers adjusted to the new system. Danjuma explained that registration started back in August 2025, but many users delayed getting their cards despite repeated FAAN announcements.
“Since March 1, all gates are cashless. If you try to pay with cash, you won’t get through,” he said, adding that the policy is part of broader reforms to boost transparency and revenue collection.
Airport users welcomed the initiative, saying it could improve service delivery, generate more revenue for national development, and position Nigeria’s aviation sector for global competitiveness. They also urged that the funds collected be reinvested in airport infrastructure.
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