Nigeria's United Nigeria Airlines has announced a long-term commitment to fund the Chinua Achebe Prize for Fiction, pledging N20 million over the next ten years. The airline's management, led by Obiora Okonkwo, has also addressed recent allegations that domestic airlines have failed to remit the 5 percent Ticket Sales Charge to the NCAA. Okonkwo dismissed these claims, emphasizing the airline's adherence to regulatory requirements. The Chinua Achebe Prize, named after the renowned Nigerian author, aims to recognize and support emerging talent in Nigerian literature. This financial backing underscores the growing intersection between the aviation sector and cultural initiatives in the country. The announcement comes amid ongoing discussions about the role of private sector in funding national cultural projects.