Nigeria’s leading airline, Air Peace, says it has signed a landmark interline agreement with Emirates, one of the world’s premier airlines to enhance travel options and connectivity for Air Peace customers.
According to the airline, the agreement will provide the West Africa’s largest carrier a seamless access to international destinations via Dubai while increasing accessibility to key cities within Nigeria.
Through this interline agreement, Air Peace customers flying from Dubai to Lagos on Emirates can now conveniently connect to multiple 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 Africa’s aviation industry.
The partnership expands Air Peace’s global reach, allowing its customers to seamlessly book multi-destination flights under a single ticketing system. Passengers will enjoy hassle-free transfers, improved baggage handling, and enhanced travel convenience, reinforcing Air Peace’s commitment to delivering top-tier service.
Speaking on the agreement, Chief Operating Officer, Air Peace Limited, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Olajide said, “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”.
She explained that the collaboration not only expands Air Peace’s international reach but also offers Nigerians arriving from Dubai seamless access to key domestic destinations, including Asaba, Akure, Benin City, Calabar, Enugu, Ilorin, Kaduna, and Owerri.
Chairman and Chief Executive of Air Peace, Allen Onyema
“By improving ease of travel, we are boosting business, tourism, and trade opportunities, further strengthening economic ties between Nigeria and the UAE,” Olajide added.
The Air Peace COO insists that the partnership further reinforces Nigeria’s aviation sector by enhancing connectivity, efficiency and positioning the country as a critical hub for regional and global travel
Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, Emirates, Adnan Kazim, said, “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 leisure, and travellers visiting friends and family to and from Nigeria. We look forward to deepening our strategic partnership with Air Peace in the future to enhance the benefits for our mutual customers.”
The interline agreement is set to bolster Nigeria’s aviation sector by enhancing airport operations and increasing passenger traffic. Strengthening Lagos as a major hub, the agreement supports the broader goal of elevating the country’s aviation infrastructure, fostering competition, and improving overall service quality.
The airline said the enhanced connectivity facilitated by this partnership would support Nigeria’s economy by making travel easier for business professionals, investors, and tourists, noting that “increased accessibility to international markets will stimulate trade, attract foreign investment, and create new opportunities for job growth, reinforcing Nigeria’s status as a leading economic force in Africa.”
