Keyamo pushes ticket price parity in meeting with Air France-KLM

• Airline hails improved airport infrastructure

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Festus Keyamo, minister of aviation  and aerospace development, continued his push for foreign air ticket price parity with Nigeria’s neighbouring countries by international airlines as he emphasised the importance of equitable pricing for Nigerian travellers in a meeting with a team of Air France-KLM executives.

He urged foreign airlines to consider offering lower-priced ticket fares to ensure parity with fares in neighbouring regions.

Speaking during a courtesy call by the team of Air France-KLM, recently, Keyamo further reiterated Nigeria’s commitment to fostering partnerships within the travel industry, emphasising the government’s open-door policy and willingness to collaborate with airlines to enhance travel accessibility and affordability for all Nigerians.

Led by Christine Quantin, country manager; Antonia Kenosa Umunna, key account manager, commercial division; and Damilola Ogunseye, deputy station manager, the delegation expressed gratitude for the minister’s support and discussed several key initiatives aimed at elevating aviation services in Nigeria.

Tunde Moshood, special adviser, media and communications to the minister, in a statement, noted that during the meeting, Air France-KLM expressed appreciation for the improved facilities at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, particularly acknowledging the enhanced experience at wing E.

They extended gratitude for the minister’s leadership in fostering a smoother relationship between their team and various aviation regulatory agencies.

Highlighting their commitment to innovation and service excellence, Air France-KLM announced the launch of their new Airbus A330/A350 aircraft, emphasising their dedication to deploying modern and improved aircraft services on routes within Nigeria.

This initiative aligns with their overarching goal of providing Nigerian travellers with a superior journey experience.

Moreover, Air France-KLM commended the minister for his intervention and successful facilitation of fund repatriation, showcasing the effectiveness of collaborative efforts in overcoming challenges within the aviation sector.

The courtesy visit by Air France-KLM exemplifies the mutual commitment to advancing the aviation sector in Nigeria and lays the groundwork for future collaborations aimed at delivering unparalleled travel experiences to passengers across the nation.