Foreign Airlines Owe NAMA Over N67 Billion in Charges

Foreign airlines and companies owe the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) over N67 billion in unpaid charges, which is significantly impacting the financial stability of the aviation sector in Nigeria. As of April 30, 2026, NAMA's domestic receivables stand at N34.69 billion, with foreign receivables approximating $49.48 million.

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET) has threatened to take nationwide industrial action due to NAMA's failure to remit its statutory 10 percent of en route overflight charges. Unions, including the Air Transport Services Senior Staff Association of Nigeria and the National Union of Air Transport Employees, have accused NAMA of failing to meet its financial obligations despite the agency's claims of good faith in settling debts.

NAMA has reportedly paid approximately N400 million to NIMET between April and June 2026. The unions emphasize that the ongoing financial challenges could lead to significant disruptions in aviation services and further labor unrest across the sector.