High Airfares at Nigerian Second-Tier Airports Impact Passenger Travel Affordability

Passengers traveling from second-tier airports like Ilorin, Akure, Anambra, Benin, and others in Nigeria are paying exorbitant airfares due to lack of competition among airlines. This limited competition allows carriers to set high prices, arguing that routes are unprofitable with low passenger traffic.

Stakeholders advocate for increased airline presence to drive down prices and encourage more travel. Figures like Samuel Caulcrick and Bukola Saraki have highlighted the economic challenges faced by travelers, emphasizing the need for intervention to address rising ticket costs and improve air travel accessibility in regions like Kwara State.