Nigeria has failed to implement the mandatory ECOWAS aviation tax cuts six months after the deadline, causing airfares to remain at record highs.The regional agreement aimed to slash taxes like ticket tax and tourism tax by 25%, but Nigeria's sector remains untouched.Experts warn that the delay will lead to continuous fare hikes, reduced passenger numbers, and lower revenues for airlines and authorities.Industry analysts blame bureaucratic delays and competing political priorities for the stall.Meanwhile, neighboring countries have started implementing the cuts, creating a regional disparity.The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority recently introduced new fees, violating ICAO guidelines.This has sparked criticism that ECOWAS cannot enforce its own rules on member states.

Stakeholders urge Nigeria to amend domestic laws to align with the treaty, stressing that without action, the aviation sector will face stagnation and reduced economic activity.