Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo (@BTOofficial), the minister of Interior has disclosed that the installation of electronic gates (e-Gates) at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, is about 90% to completion.
The Minister announces this on Friday through his verified X handle, during an inspection of work at the airport.
In February this year, the Interior Minister, had revealed plans by the Federal Government to install biometrics clearance gates (e-Gates) for the Nigeria immigration service at the international airports. It was at 70% ready then.
“Today (Friday April 19, 2024), I inspected the ongoing installation of electronic gates (e-Gates) at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, which is about 90% to completion.
“This advanced border management system, which will be installed in our other international airports including Lagos, Kano, Enugu, and Port Harcourt airports, further reaffirms our commitment to giving Nigerians a sweet experience.
“The #RenewedHope government of President @officialABAT (GCFR) will continue to invest into the enhancement of national security through the deployment of technology in line with global best practices”.
