Nigerian Senate Summons Aviation Minister Over Surge in Domestic Airfares
The Nigerian Senate has summoned the Aviation Minister, Festus Keyamo, over the significant increase in domestic airfares, particularly on routes in the South-South and South-East regions. Senators expressed concerns about the spike, with some attributing it to delays in establishing a national carrier and rising aviation costs.
The Senate demanded immediate explanations and measures to stabilize fares ahead of the holiday travel period. Various senators highlighted the impact on citizens and urged the ministry to intervene to alleviate the burden on passengers.
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