A New Era for Nigerian Airports? Ex-DG Joe Abah Shares His Astonishing Encounter

 

Former Director-General of the Bureau of Public Service Reforms, Joe Abah

Former Director-General of the Bureau of Public Service Reforms, Joe Abah, has praised the improved efficiency at Nigerian Airports in Abuja, sharing his recent experience with the airport’s automated e-gates.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Abah expressed his amazement at how smoothly the immigration process went, comparing it to Heathrow Airport in London.

Detailing his journey through the airport, Abah wrote:

"This morning, I landed at Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport, Abuja. We were directed to a section for Nigerian passport holders. Before me were e-gates, similar to the ones at Heathrow Airport."

Explaining how the process worked, he said:

"I simply scanned my passport, and it opened one gate for me. Then I took off my cap and glasses, and it scanned my face and opened the second gate. That’s it! I was in!!"

"No long queues. No excessive greetings from any immigration officer asking me what I brought back for them. Less than one minute, and I was in!!!"

Impressed by the seamless process, Abah went on to appreciate the efforts of the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo (@BTOofficial) and the Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service (@nigimmigration) for implementing such an efficient system.

"Honourable Minister and CG, I just want to say THANK YOU! I am proud of you both. God bless you!!"

His post quickly gained traction, with many Nigerians expressing hope that similar improvements would be implemented across other airports in the country.