Airlines seek meeting with President Tinubu over charges and taxes

Onyema stated that while airlines appreciate government support, they need to directly communicate the difficulties facing the sector. He highlighted the five percent Passenger Service Charge as a major concern, arguing that it puts additional pressure on airlines and impacts their profitability, even though it is ostensibly paid by passengers. Onyema urged President Tinubu to establish an aviation taxes and charges review committee, comprising technocrats and airline industry representatives, to address these issues, which he believes have contributed to the collapse of airlines in the country.