Emirates has entered into a strategic interline agreement with Air Peace, aimed at improving connectivity for passengers traveling to and from Nigeria.
The partnership will give Emirates access to 13 additional cities in Nigeria, offering passengers the convenience of single-ticket travel and streamlined baggage processes.
This was disclosed in a joint statement signed by Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, Adnan Kazim, and Air Peace’s Chief Operating Officer, Oluwatoyin Olajide, and shared with The PUNCH on Tuesday.
The agreement enables travelers on Emirates flights from Dubai to Lagos to connect seamlessly to other Nigerian cities, including Asaba, Akure, Benin City, Calabar, Enugu, Ilorin, Kaduna, and Owerri. Corporate travelers will also benefit from expanded connections to cities like Kano, Uyo, Port Harcourt, Warri, and Abuja.
Emirates noted that this collaboration will strengthen bilateral trade ties between Nigeria and the UAE.
In the statement, Adnan Kazim emphasized the significance of the partnership, saying, “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.”
Similarly, Air Peace’s Chief Operating Officer, Oluwatoyin Olajide, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, describing it as a move toward global connectivity for Nigerian travelers.
“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,” Olajide said.
She further highlighted how the partnership would boost Nigeria’s aviation sector and foster economic growth. “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,” Olajide added.
