THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT PLANS TO INSTALL 41 BIOMETRIC GATES AT INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS, AS ANNOUNCED BY THE MINISTER.

Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Minister of Interior, has disclosed plans by the Federal Government to install biometric clearance gates for the Nigeria Immigration Service at international airports, with the project being 70% complete.

According to Tunji-Ojo, the installation is expected to be completed at various airports by March 2024. Specifically, Lagos will receive 17 gates, Abuja 10, Port Harcourt and Kano 5 each, and Enugu 4.

The facilities are envisioned to significantly improve the management of international passengers, serving as a game changer for efficient operations.

The designated international airports for the installation include Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, Port Harcourt International Airport, and Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu.

The biometric gates will enable seamless clearance services for passengers entering the country through any of these international airports.

Tunji-Ojo commended the progress of the project, noting that the efficiency of the NIS services plays a crucial role in national security.

He emphasized that the introduction of these gates not only improves passenger experience but also adds a layer of security to the national architecture.

The installation of these gates aims to alleviate the persistent delays experienced by passengers at Nigeria’s international airports.

From the News Source: Techeconomy