Nigerian air passengers are facing some of the highest fares in Africa, burdened by multiple taxes, fees, and levies imposed by government agencies and regulators.
As the aviation market recovers from the COVID-19 slump, Nigeria has continued to raise taxes to offset fiscal deficits, leading to higher operating costs for airlines and higher fares for passengers.
The most recent is the introduction of an extra $11.5 charge per ticket from December 1, 2025, by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority of Nigeria (NCAA).
The new levy is diffe
