Emirates Airlines has partnered with Nigeria’s Air Peace in a new interline agreement to enhance travel options for passengers flying between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates.
The deal, announced in a joint statement by Emirates’ Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, Adnan Kazim, and Air Peace’s Chief Operating Officer, Oluwatoyin Olajide, allows travelers to book seamless single-ticket journeys with simplified baggage handling. This partnership expands Emirates’ reach to 13 additional cities across Nigeria.
Passengers flying from Dubai to Lagos can now connect to cities including Asaba, Akure, Benin City, Calabar, Enugu, Ilorin, Kaduna, and Owerri.
Business and corporate travelers will also benefit from links to Kano, Uyo, Port Harcourt, Warri, and Abuja, further strengthening trade and travel ties between Nigeria and the UAE.
Kazim highlighted the significance of the collaboration, 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 and leisure travelers, as well as those visiting friends and family.”
He also expressed optimism about future collaborations with Air Peace to enhance services for passengers.
Air Peace’s Chief Operating Officer, Oluwatoyin Olajide, described the agreement as a step forward in improving global travel accessibility for Nigerians.
“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,” Olajide stated.
“It aligns with our mission to provide seamless, world-class travel experiences while expanding our route network and international reach.”
She added that the partnership would contribute to boosting business, tourism, and trade between Nigeria and the UAE, positioning Nigeria as a key hub for regional and global travel.
