Airlines are facing mounting pressure as the cost of aviation fuel, known as Jet A1, has surged dramatically—raising concerns that ticket prices could soon increase. The sharp rise, driven largely by tensions in the Middle East disrupting crude oil supply, has significantly inflated operating expenses for domestic carriers. Industry checks reveal that fuel costs have…
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) says airlines that sharply increased ticket prices during the December 2025 festive season may be required to refund passengers who were overcharged. Speaking to State House correspondents at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Thursday, FCCPC Executive Vice Chairman and CEO, Tunji Bello, said the commission has…
According to the NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu ticket refund compliance is crucial to the agency’s consumer protection plan. Achimugu said the move is in adherence to Part 19 of the NCAA Regulations of 2023. “Going forward, AIRLINES THAT FAIL TO PAY REFUNDS WITHIN THE TIMEFRAME STIPULATED BY THE NCAA…
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority is encouraging aviation passengers to be more informed about their challenges while travelling via airports. NCAA Head of Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, made this call on Saturday during a road walk in Port Harcourt the Rivers state capital. He noted that this is the heavy travel season and a lot…
