AON Says FCCPC Is Doing Something Detrimental To Airlines’ Survival

Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) has responded to a recent interim report by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), accusing airlines of manipulating air fares, with particular focus on “patterns of price manipulation, collusion, and exploitation observed during the December 2025 festive season.”

A statement from AON’s Spokesman, Prof. Obiora Okonkwo says ‎”I have not read the details of the report but what the FCCPC is doing is very detrimental to the survival of domestic operators. They don’t know the economics of airlines and do not possess the professional expertise to dabble into how prices are fixed. They don’t understand airline operations and as far as the AON is concerned. They are playing to the gallery and should not be taken seriously.  We have immense respect for all government agencies but we would not accept any statement not based on realities or facts.”