Nigerian Senate Summons Keyamo and Airlines Over Soaring Domestic Airfares

The Nigerian Senate has summoned Minister of Aviation, Keyamo, and airlines to address the significant surge in domestic airfares, particularly on major routes. Lawmakers expressed concerns over unjustified price hikes, with fares on routes like Abuja-Lagos and Abuja-Enugu reaching as high as N650,000.

Senators highlighted the impact on travelers, with some forced to cancel or change plans due to the sudden spike. Discussions centered on regulating fares to prevent exploitation of passengers, especially during holiday seasons.

Various factors contributing to the price increases were debated, including operational costs, spare parts expenses, and forex challenges.