FCCPC Investigates Price Manipulation by Nigerian Airlines

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has revealed instances of price manipulation by some local Nigerian airlines. This finding comes from an interim report released on Thursday, which was based on a forensic investigation and data collection regarding airline operations on domestic routes.

The analysis compared airline prices during the December 2025 festive period and the post-peak January 2026 fare levels. The report highlighted that higher fares coincided with reduced seat availability during peak travel times.

FCCPC's Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Tunji Bello, stated that the commission's next actions will depend on the full facts established at the end of the review. He also warned that foreign airlines would be under scrutiny as the FCCPC continues to monitor local airlines following widespread complaints about fare exploitation on certain routes compared to neighboring countries.

The investigation was prompted by public complaints regarding sharp price increases during the festive travel season.