Tonight at 6 PM, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, will appear live on the popular TV program Beyond The Headlines, hosted by Nifemi Oguntoye. The focus: “Airport Infrastructure & Operations Go Cashless.”
For decades, Nigeria’s airports operated largely on cash-based systems—an approach that often created inefficiencies, long queues, delays, and even opportunities for revenue leakages. Passengers and airline operators alike frequently voiced frustrations over outdated payment systems that did not match global best practices.
Reflecting on this legacy, Mrs. Kuku has been at the forefront of transforming FAAN into a modern, technologically-driven agency. Her vision for the cashless initiative is not just about replacing cash with digital transactions; it represents a broader ambition to redefine airport operations, improve transparency, and enhance passenger experience across Nigeria’s aviation ecosystem.
Under her leadership, FAAN has already implemented several pilot digital platforms, integrated revenue tracking systems, and streamlined operations at key airports. Observers note that this transformation is timely, as it comes at a moment when Nigeria’s aviation sector faces growing passenger demand, expanding airline networks, and increasing expectations for efficiency and accountability.
In her live discussion tonight, Mrs. Kuku is expected to reflect on the journey of Nigerian airports—from a period marked by cash congestion, outdated infrastructure, and slow service delivery, to the current era of strategic investments, digital platforms, and operational innovation. She will also address how the “Go Cashless” initiative will benefit passengers, reduce operational bottlenecks, and curb revenue leakages, while positioning Nigerian airports as competitive, globally-aligned hubs.
Aviation experts suggest that FAAN’s digital-first approach is a critical lesson for Nigeria: modern infrastructure and technology-driven solutions are essential not only for operational efficiency but also for economic growth and international competitiveness.
As millions of Nigerians prepare to travel domestically and internationally, this initiative promises to reshape the passenger experience, enhance airport security, and provide a clear roadmap for Nigeria’s aviation sector in the digital age.
Tonight’s broadcast is more than a discussion; it is a reflection on the evolution of Nigerian airports, the challenges of the past, and the promise of a modern, cashless future under Mrs. Kuku’s leadership.
FAAN MD/CEO Olubunmi Kuku will appear live on Beyond The Headlines to reflect on Nigeria’s airport evolution and discuss the “Go Cashless” initiative aimed at modernizing operations and enhancing passenger experience.
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