The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has launched ‘Operation Go Cashless’, a new contactless and cashless payment system.
In a statement released on Thursday, FAAN announced that the initiative was introduced in collaboration with Paystack.
The system is set to be deployed from September 29 at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.
“Effective September 29, 2025, all payments at FAAN revenue points, including airport access gates, car parks, and FAAN VIP and protocol lounges, will go cashless. This means we will be phasing out cash collection at these points,” the statement read.
“Travellers and airport users will now enjoy faster and more seamless services through a secure, contactless payment option.”
FAAN explained that the move responds to growing demand for secure, modern, and transparent payment systems and is part of efforts to align Nigeria’s airports with global digital standards.
The agency said the reduction of cash handling is expected to boost efficiency, strengthen revenue assurance, and improve the overall customer experience at airports.
FAAN also reaffirmed its commitment to continuous improvement, adding that the cashless policy will be gradually rolled out across other airports nationwide.
