# Nigeria aviation sector funding and operational challenges > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nigeria-aviation-sector-funding-and-operational-challenges > Updated: 2026-08-23T11:29:52.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. The Nigerian aviation sector is navigating significant financial and operational pressures. Initially, disputes emerged regarding the distribution of the statutory five-percent aviation revenue pool. The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) requested an increase in its allocation from 22% to 56% to combat inflation, foreign-exchange volatility, and rising operational costs. Simultaneously, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) advocated for the restoration of its 65% share, noting its dependence on ticket-sales charges to meet international audit recommendations. These funding tensions are part of a broader set of industry challenges, including high fuel costs, multiple charges on airlines, and difficulties accessing foreign exchange. Additionally, the sector is facing a workforce crisis, with experts emphasizing the need for better retention strategies to prevent the migration of specialized talent. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-23: Nigeria aviation sector faces revenue and workforce challenges Nigeria’s aviation sector faces critical challenges regarding government revenue demands, operational costs, and the urgent need for effective workforce retention strategies to ensure long-term sustainability. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nigeria-aviation-sector-faces-revenue-and-workforce-challenges ### 2026-08-06: Nigeria's NAMA seeks 56% of aviation revenue pool as NCAA pushes for 65% share NAMA seeks to raise its share of Nigeria’s 5% aviation revenue pool to 56% while the Civil Aviation Authority pushes to restore its 65% share, both urging the House of Representatives to adjust funding amid sur 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nigerias-nama-seeks-56-of-aviation-revenue-pool-as-ncaa-pushes-for-65-share --- Cite as: Nigeria aviation sector funding and operational challenges. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/nigeria-aviation-sector-funding-and-operational-challenges