Deposit
Money Banks have begun a pilot roadshow to enlighten and encourage
traders and the public at large to embrace the cash-less banking
initiatives, recently introduced by the Bankers’ Committee.
The theme of the show, according to a statement made
available on Sunday, is ‘Go cash-less, use Point of Sales, Automated
Teller Machines, Internet, chequebook and phone.’
The show, which started at the Trade Fair Complex
Lagos, would move to different parts of the state this week to make the
initiative more widely understood. Other markets billed for the hosting
of the show include Alaba, Mile 11 and Idumota.
The main objectives of the roadshow are to
effectively communicate the initiative as an inevitable innovation
payment option that is much safer than cash transactions.
Other goals of the show include, testing the PoS
machines, teaching customers and merchants alike how to use them. PoS
machines will also be supplied to customers who qualify for them by
their respective banks.
The statement said, “Other merchants that qualify for
the PoS machines but do not operate current accounts will also be
guided on how they will be serviced. The roadshow format also uses drama
skits to drive home salient points on the benefits associated with this
technology initiative to individuals and corporate organisations, among
others.”
At the event, traders are not only made to understand
how the PoS works, but are also advised to see the technology as the
only solution to problems such as theft, and delay in payment for goods
and services.
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