The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced the launch of ‘Operation Go Cashless’, a new contactless and cashless payment system for its services.
In a statement released on Thursday, FAAN confirmed the initiative was introduced in collaboration with the financial technology company, Paystack.
The new cashless system is scheduled to be deployed starting September 29 at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, and the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.
“Effective September 29, 2025, all payments at FAAN’s revenue points, including airport Access Gates, Car Parks, FAAN VIP and Protocol Lounges will go cashless which means we will be phasing out the collection of cash at these points.
“Travelers and airport users will now enjoy fast and seamless services by using a secure contactless payment option,” the statement obtained by Persecondnews said.
According to FAAN, the move is in response to increasing demand for secure, modern, and transparent payment systems and part of efforts to keep Nigeria’s airports in step with global digital standards.
The agency stated that by reducing reliance on cash, the initiative aims to enhance efficiency, improve revenue assurance, and deliver a better customer experience across its airports.
It reaffirmed its commitment to continuous improvement, adding that the new cashless policy will be rolled out in phases at other airports nationwide following the initial launch.
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