Aviation unions threaten picketing over ticket sales charges
Nigeria’s aviation industry faces potential disruption as two major unions prepare to picket airlines accused of withholding statutory Ticket Sales Charges. Frances Akinjole and Odinaka Igbokwe signed a joint statement warning that action could begin at any time. The unions say airlines have failed to remit billions of naira collected from passengers, threatening the safety and sustainability of the sector. The dispute has escalated after previous ultimatums and failed dialogue.
TLDR
- Two major aviation unions are set to begin picketing airlines for allegedly withholding Ticket Sales Charges.
- The unions claim airlines are endangering aviation safety and worker welfare by not remitting these funds.
- Frances Akinjole and Odinaka Igbokwe issued a statement after a seven-day ultimatum expired on August 3, 2026.
- The Airline Operators of Nigeria deny any direct relationship with the unions and warn of consequences if picketing occurs.
- The unions insist their planned industrial action aims to protect both airport workers and the travelling public.
