Reps ask FG to exempt military personnel from paying tolls at airports, seaports

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The lawmakers said that the exemption of the armed forces from paying tolls would serve as an honour to the personnel for the sacrifices they make.

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Before now, very important Nigerians including the president, vice president and some government officials, were exempted from paying access fees at the airports’ gates. The lawmaker argued that the exemption would serve as an honour to the personnel for the sacrifices they make.PREMIUM TIMES delivers fact-based journalism for Nigerians, by Nigerians — and our community of supporters, the readers who donate, make our work possible. Help us bring you and millions of others in-depth, meticulously researched news and information.

Mr Dasuki said the action would be symbolic to encourage recruitment into the military. He urged the government to be intentional in honouring uniformed men. At Premium Times, we firmly believe in the importance of high-quality journalism. Recognizing that not everyone can afford costly news subscriptions, we are dedicated to delivering meticulously researched, fact-checked news that remains freely accessible to all.

 

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