Monopoly Archives - Aviation metric

ABSE 2026: NCAA Unveils 8-Pillar Strategy to Curb Aviation Monopoly Abuses

Posted on July 22, 2026July 22, 2026 by Wole Shadare

The tension between operational scale and market fairness took centre stage at the 11th Airport Business Summit and Expo (ABSE) Africa 2026 in Lagos. Presenting his paper, “Taming Natural Monopoly,” the Director-General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Captain Chris Najomo, laid out a pragmatic regulatory thesis: natural monopolies are an inevitable, structurally necessary component of aviation infrastructure, but their market dominance must be strictly regulated to prevent the abuse of market power. Rather…

Meke: Monopoly and Nigeria’s valued travel options

Posted on July 16, 2024 by Wole Shadare

What exactly does a frequent flyer look out for while planning a trip? Safety, timeliness onboard comfort, (clean cabin), cheerful crew, and friendliness and most critical front desk staff. I will possibly say that the friendliness or otherwise of the front desk ticketing staff, like a mirror, may reveal the entire service ecosystem of an airline, hotel, or any recreational service provider. Since I am used to sharing my experience. Also, a self-appointed service policeman,…