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Federal Government Brokers Agreement Between Airlines and Unions to Settle Aviation Dispute
Government officials, airline operators, and aviation unions have agreed on new financial and labor policies to resolve recent disputes and restore stability to the Nigerian aviation industry.
August 13, 2026
Nigeria explores seat-for-debt plan to resolve airline liabilities
The Nigerian government is weighing a proposal to allow domestic airlines to pay off over 60 billion naira in aviation debts by providing flight tickets instead of cash.
August 12, 2026
Aviation sector tensions rise over levy distribution as Minister misses legislative hearing
Aviation agencies and airlines clashed at a House of Representatives hearing over the division of the five per cent Ticket Sales Charge, while the Aviation Minister remained absent.
August 6, 2026
Aviation Minister Keyamo steps in as union dispute risks grounding domestic flights
Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo is working to mediate a standoff between labor unions and domestic airlines over unpaid Ticket Sales Charges, which threatens to halt flight services.
August 4, 2026
Aviation labor unions signal impending strikes over unpaid TSC debts
Aviation unions have given airlines a seven-day ultimatum to settle outstanding Ticket Sales Charge debts or face potential industrial action.
July 28, 2026
Ryanair updates family seating rules following regulatory pressure
Ryanair is adjusting its family seating policy to offer free seat allocations for parents and children after facing scrutiny from the Competition and Markets Authority.
June 25, 2026
Aviation Expert Nwuba Disputes IATA Ranking of Nigeria’s Airline Market
Aviation expert Dr. Alex Nwuba challenges IATA's negative ranking of Nigeria's airline industry, urging operators to focus on regional growth to maximize profitability.
June 23, 2026