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In early 2026, the debate surrounding domestic airfares in Nigeria intensified, with travel agencies, regulators, and lawmakers demanding clarity and transparency. The discussion centres on whether record-high ticket prices—ranging from ₦400,000 to ₦650,000 for one-way domestic flights—are driven by legitimate operational costs or by arbitrary profiteering.   A primary point of contention is the breakdown of ticket costs. While airline operators often cite multiple taxes as the reason for high prices, industry experts have challenged…