Nigerian airlines have raised their minimum airfares to as high as ₦200,000 for one-way domestic tickets as the persistent hike in aviation fuel, also known as Jet A1, continues to affect operations. Routes such as Lagos–Abuja, Lagos–Port Harcourt, and Lagos–Enugu now commonly exceed ₦200,000 for one-way economy tickets on several carriers. The high cost of …
As the festive season approaches, Nigerians travelling to various parts of the country are trapped, clearly facing a difficult choice between paying high airfares or risking dangerous road travel. Nigerian roads have become increasingly unsafe due to the spate of kidnapping and armed robbery. While highway armed robbers often launch random attacks, kidnappers target the …
Aviation industry stakeholders have expressed concerns about the implications of the proposed additional security levy imposed on international travelers flying into or out of Nigeria. The additional $11.50 charge on passengers’ tickets for the Advance Passenger Information System (APIS) is set to take effect on December 1, 2025. For a round trip, this translates to …
