The Federal Government said its decision to install electronic gates at all the nation’s international airports would help flag unwanted persons or persons of interest from entering Nigeria.
Tunji-Ojo stated that the gates would eliminate the inconveniences associated with clearance at the arrival lounge, noting that travellers arriving in the country would now spend a few seconds at the gates
An airport staff member explained the process of using it to our correspondent.
He said, “The e-gates mean that the boarding pass will be collected, then you place it on it, and it will scan it. It then opens, so you can enter. As soon as you enter, it closes. Staff that work here cannot pass through it. So, staff that need to attend to passengers pass beside the e-gate to enter.”
Another airport worker added, “Passengers will come with their boarding pass, and it will open for them automatically. Instead of the previous one that they normally come with their passport. This one makes it easier and is very fast. There is no extortion whatsoever because there is no personal contact with any staff member.”
Another passenger, Temitayo, also praised the new system, saying, “The e-gates at Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport are working perfectly today! I breezed through security in no time. It is such a relief to see things running smoothly.”
David George highlighted the benefit of the new e-gates, stating, “For me, the process is quick and efficient, with no unnecessary delays. The best part was the absence of extortion or any shady practices. Everything looks professional. Now we can at least say bye to the opening of the passport before entry. So, this is a big step forward for the airport, and it made my travel experience so much more pleasant.”
Recall that in April 2024, the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, led a test run of the newly installed electronic gates at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja
The Federal Government said its decision to install electronic gates at all the nation’s international airports would help flag unwanted persons or persons of interest from entering Nigeria.
Tunji-Ojo stated that the gates would eliminate the inconveniences associated with clearance at the arrival lounge, noting that travellers arriving in the country would now spend a few seconds at the gates
An airport staff member explained the process of using it to our correspondent.
He said, “The e-gates mean that the boarding pass will be collected, then you place it on it, and it will scan it. It then opens, so you can enter. As soon as you enter, it closes. Staff that work here cannot pass through it. So, staff that need to attend to passengers pass beside the e-gate to enter.”
Another airport worker added, “Passengers will come with their boarding pass, and it will open for them automatically. Instead of the previous one that they normally come with their passport. This one makes it easier and is very fast. There is no extortion whatsoever because there is no personal contact with any staff member.”
