The Nigerian Airspace Administration Company (NAMA) has suspended the beforehand introduced enhance in navigation charges consistent with the directives of the Minister of Aviation and House Improvement, Festus Keyam.
In an announcement on Monday, NAMA’s Director of Public Affairs and Client Safety, Abdullahi Musa, confirmed the ban, explaining that the minister acknowledges the financial challenges Nigerians are at present going through.
“Following a directive from the Honorable Minister of Aerospace Improvement, Festus Keyam, the Airspace Regulatory Company of Nigeria has suspended the proposed enhance in navigation charges. Musa mentioned.
Final Friday, NAMA introduced an 800 % enhance in navigation prices, which rapidly sparked concern from passengers and stakeholders within the aviation business.
The proposed enhance was seen as onerous, particularly given the financial issues that existed.
Minister Keyamo intervened, stressing the necessity to pay attention to the financial state of affairs of Nigerians.
He known as for additional session earlier than any modifications are applied, making certain that each one stakeholders are thought of within the decision-making course of.
“The minister acknowledged the financial challenges going through Nigerians and suggested for additional consultations earlier than the brand new taxes are launched. That is consistent with the ministry’s dedication to reply to the financial realities of society. Musa added.
2024-07-29 20:07:59
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