Nigerian Senate Summons Aviation Minister Over Soaring Airfare Costs
The Nigerian Senate has summoned Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo to address the surge in domestic airfare costs. Senator Buhari Abdulfatai raised the motion, highlighting the public outcry over escalating ticket prices, reaching as high as N400,000 to N600,000 for flights between Abuja and Lagos.
Lawmakers expressed concern over the affordability of air travel for citizens and emphasized the need for immediate action, especially amidst increasing insecurity on major highways. Stakeholders in the aviation sector have been invited to interact and provide solutions ahead of the festive period.
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