FAAN Clarifies Viral SMS Message To Nigerians On Go Cashless Card

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has stated that its attention has been drawn to misinformation circulating in relation to SMS notifications sent out to Nigerians regarding the commencement date of the Operation Go Cashless initiative as seen in the screenshot below:

According to FAAN, specifically, a counter message currently being shared advises recipients not to open the SMS link, alleging that it is a scam designed to drain bank accounts.

FAAN wishes to categorically state that this claim is false, misleading, and unfounded. The official SMS notification informing members of the public about the implementation of Operation Go Cashless as seen in the screenshot above is legitimate and was duly disseminated by FAAN in partnership with MTN Nigeria as part of its nationwide public sensitisation campaign.

For the avoidance of doubt, the Operation Go Cashless programme officially commences on March 1, 2026. The authorised SMS messages communicating the start date are genuine and form part of FAAN’s structured transition to a fully cashless, contactless payment system across all airport payment points nationwide.

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Members of the public are therefore advised to disregard the false counter message and rely only on verified information issued through FAAN’s official communication platforms.

FAAN remains committed to transparency, passenger convenience, and the safety and security of all airport users. For further clarification, the public is encouraged to visit FAAN’s official communication channels.