Air Peace and Emirates Partnership Boosts Connectivity for Nigerian Travelers
Air Peace, Nigeria’s leading airline and West Africa's largest carrier, has announced its landmark interline agreement with Emirates, one of the world’s premier airlines. This collaboration is set to enhance travel options and connectivity for Air Peace customers, offering seamless access to international destinations via Dubai while improving accessibility to domestic Nigerian cities.
The agreement allows Air Peace passengers traveling from Dubai to Lagos on Emirates to easily connect to key domestic destinations, including Asaba, Akure, Benin City, Calabar, Enugu, Ilorin, Kaduna, and Owerri. Business and corporate travelers will also benefit from streamlined access to major economic hubs such as Abuja, Kano, Uyo, Port Harcourt, and Warri, reinforcing Nigeria’s position as a key player in African aviation.
Seamless Travel and Enhanced Service
Through this interline agreement, Air Peace customers can now book multi-destination flights under a single ticket, ensuring hassle-free transfers, improved baggage handling, and greater travel convenience. This partnership reflects Air Peace’s commitment to delivering world-class travel experiences and expanding its global reach.
Speaking on the partnership, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Olajide, Chief Operating Officer of Air Peace, expressed enthusiasm, stating, “We are excited about this strategic interline partnership between Air Peace and Emirates, which is a significant step towards enhancing global connectivity for Nigerian travelers. It aligns with our mission to provide seamless, world-class travel experiences while expanding our route network and international reach.”
Mrs. Olajide also highlighted the economic impact of this collaboration, noting that it boosts business, tourism, and trade opportunities, while strengthening economic ties between Nigeria and the UAE. She added, “This partnership reinforces Nigeria’s aviation sector by enhancing connectivity, efficiency, and positioning the country as a critical hub for regional and global travel.”
A Win for Nigeria’s Aviation Sector
The partnership is expected to boost Nigeria’s aviation infrastructure, strengthen Lagos as a major hub, and increase passenger traffic. It supports the broader goal of fostering competition in the sector while improving service quality and positioning Nigeria as a leading economic force in Africa.
Adnan Kazim, Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer of Emirates,remarked, “Emirates is a steadfast partner of Nigeria’s tourism, trade, and aviation sectors. This partnership with Air Peace is the next step on this journey, bolstering our connectivity and introducing more travel options for corporate travelers, leisure tourists, and those visiting friends and family to and from Nigeria. We look forward to deepening our partnership with Air Peace in the future to enhance the benefits for our mutual customers.”
Economic Benefits for Nigeria
This collaboration will make travel easier for business professionals, investors, and tourists, providing increased access to international markets and stimulating trade and foreign investment. The improved connectivity will also create job opportunities and support economic growth, reinforcing Nigeria’s status as a regional powerhouse.
Air Peace’s Commitment to Excellence
Air Peace continues to broaden its network, now offering Nigerian travelers greater convenience, efficiency, and flexibility. With this interline agreement, the airline is further solidifying its position as a leading African carrier committed to delivering exceptional service and opening up new opportunities for its passengers.
For African travel agents, this partnership signifies a game-changer, providing exciting opportunities to market seamless global travel options for their clients. By connecting domestic Nigerian cities with international destinations via Dubai, Air Peace and Emirates are paving the way for a new era of connectivity in Africa’s aviation sector.
