Nigerian Senate Summons Keyamo Over Soaring Airfares

The Nigerian Senate has summoned Minister of Aviation Keyamo and major players in the aviation sector to address the sharp rise in domestic airfares causing public outrage. This decision came after a motion raised by Senator Buhari Abdulfatai (Oyo North) highlighting the burden of escalating flight costs on Nigerians.

Lawmakers expressed concerns over the 400% fare increment, with calls for immediate action to stabilize ticket prices. Senator Orji Kalu (Abia North) defended airlines citing operational expenses, but the Senate resolved to investigate the reasons behind the soaring airfares.