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local airlines
Coverage of local airlines in the Nexus archive.
- BUDGET 2026-27: Finance Bill sails through NA
The National Assembly passed the Finance Bill 2026, scrapping a proposed tax on low-sugar mineral water and hydration drinks, granting tax breaks for local airlines importing aircraft parts, and adjusting excise duties on electric vehicles based on their dollar value. Traders with turnover up to Rs200 million may opt out of a fixed tax regime, and income from private equity and venture capital funds is now tax-exempt.
- Nigeria’s aircraft leasing company will allow airlines pay in naira — Minister
Nigeria’s aviation minister announced a proposed aircraft leasing company that will allow airlines to pay in naira. The initiative aims to make aircraft more affordable for local airlines, alleviate foreign exchange shortages, and expand services to African operators.