Mar 3 β€’ 19:17 UTC πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Nigeria Punch

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The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria is enforcing electronic payment systems across airports to enhance revenue accountability and transparency.

The Managing Director and CEO of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Olubunmi Kuku, announced that implementing electronic payment systems at airports aims to close revenue leakages and reinforce accountability. Speaking at the National Assembly Complex following an appearance before the House of Representatives Committee on Finance, Kuku emphasized the significance of this initiative in driving transparency in money management within the aviation sector.

The committee is actively assessing revenue generated by FAAN from 2023 to 2025, led by Abiodun Faleke, with a focus on improving the financial transparency of government agencies. Kuku's statements underline FAAN's commitment to ensuring that all revenues from airport operations, especially from tolls and other collection points, are precisely tracked and remitted to the Federal Government as required. This move is part of broader efforts to strengthen financial governance in Nigeria's aviation industry.

Kuku's remarks highlight the intention to utilize technology to combat corruption and enhance financial flows within the aviation sector. By ensuring that all transactions are conducted electronically, FAAN aims to implement effective checks and balances that would minimize human error and misconduct, ultimately contributing to improved public trust in government operations and financial stewardship.

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