Anambra Airport MD Calls for Ticket Price Reevaluation

Mr. Martin Nwafor, the Managing Director of Chinua Achebe Airport in Umueri, Anambra State, has called on airline operators to reevaluate ticket pricing, which he believes is a major reason for the airport's low passenger traffic. In an interview, he highlighted that while a ticket to a nearby airport costs N115,000, the fare at Chinua Achebe Airport is as high as N200,000, discouraging potential passengers.

The airport currently operates eight flights daily with two service providers and could accommodate more flights, especially from private jets. Nwafor emphasized the need for increased flight numbers and mentioned that the airport is aeronautically complete and functional, despite lacking some ancillary facilities.

He stated that the airport was over 90 percent complete at its inauguration for commercial operations and has made significant improvements, including the ability to fly at night during peak periods. Nwafor encouraged local passengers to utilize the airport to support its revenue base.