Emirates has signed an interline agreement with Air Peace to improve connectivity for travelers to and from Nigeria.
The partnership extends Emirates’ network to 13 more Nigerian cities, enabling seamless single-ticket travel and simplified baggage transfers.
Emirates announced the partnership in a joint statement on Tuesday by its Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, Adnan Kazim, and Air Peace’s Chief Operating Officer, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Olajide.
The statement noted that travelers flying from Dubai to Lagos can connect onward to Nigerian cities such as Asaba, Akure, Benin City, Calabar, Enugu, Ilorin, Kaduna, and Owerri.
Both airlines stated that the interline agreement would benefit corporate travelers by enabling connections to more Nigerian cities, including Kano, Uyo, Port Harcourt, Warri, and Abuja.
Emirates added that this partnership would further strengthen the strong bilateral trade ties between Nigeria and the UAE.
In his remark, Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer 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.
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“We look forward to deepening our strategic partnership with Air Peace in the future to enhance the benefits for our mutual customers.”
Air Peace’s Chief Operating Officer expressed excitement about the partnership, calling it a significant step toward global connectivity for Nigerians.
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 travellers. It aligns with our mission to provide seamless, world-class travel experiences while expanding our route network and international reach.
“This 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. By improving ease of travel, we are boosting business, tourism, and trade opportunities, further strengthening economic ties between Nigeria and the UAE.
“This partnership also reinforces Nigeria’s aviation sector by enhancing connectivity efficiency and positioning our country as a critical hub for regional and global travel. At Air Peace, we remain committed to providing greater connectivity, convenience, and world-class service for our passengers.”
