Emirates and Air Peace Sign Interline Agreement to Expand Connectivity in Nigeria
Emirates has signed an interline agreement with Air Peace aimed at enhancing air connectivity for passengers traveling to and from Nigeria. This agreement allows seamless connections to 13 new cities within the country with a single ticket and a simplified baggage process.
Increased Access to Key Destinations in Nigeria
Thanks to this partnership, travelers flying from Dubai to Lagos can now access an expanded network of destinations in Nigeria, including Asaba, Akure, Benin City, Calabar, Enugu, Ilorin, Kaduna, and Owerri. Additionally, corporate passengers will also benefit from connections to other strategic business and commerce hubs such as Abuja, Kano, Uyo, Port Harcourt, and Warri.
This agreement not only facilitates travel for business travelers and tourists but also strengthens the robust commercial relationship between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates.
Commitment to Connectivity and Growth in the Aviation Sector
“Emirates is a committed partner to Nigeria’s tourism, trade, and aviation sectors. This partnership with Air Peace is the next step in our journey to strengthen connectivity and offer more travel options for business travelers, tourists, and those visiting family in Nigeria. We look forward to deepening our strategic alliance with Air Peace in the future to provide greater benefits to our shared customers,” commented Adnan Kazim, Deputy Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer of Emirates.
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On his part, Oluwatoyin Olajide, Chief Operating Officer of Air Peace, stated: “We are excited about this strategic alliance between Air Peace and Emirates, a key step in enhancing the global connectivity of Nigerian travelers. This collaboration not only expands Air Peace’s international presence but also allows passengers from Dubai to seamlessly access important domestic destinations. We are contributing to improving business, tourism, and trade opportunities, further strengthening the economic ties between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates. Additionally, this partnership boosts the aviation sector in Nigeria, enhancing connectivity and positioning the country as a key hub for regional and global air traffic.”
Premium Flight Experience with Emirates and Air Peace
Emirates operates the Dubai-Lagos route with the Boeing 777-300ER, offering a first-class travel experience. Passengers can enjoy regionally inspired cuisine, a wide selection of premium beverages, and over 6,500 channels of onboard entertainment through the award-winning ICE system, which includes 23 Nigerian films and other entertainment options.
Furthermore, Emirates is one of only two airlines offering a First-Class experience on flights to Lagos, allowing more passengers from Nigeria to enjoy a luxurious journey with exceptional comforts and guaranteed privacy.
Air Peace, on the other hand, boasts a modern fleet of aircraft including Boeing 737, Boeing 777, Embraer 145, and Embraer 195-E2, ensuring efficient connections both domestically and internationally.
Expansion of Air Connectivity in Africa
Emirates continues to strengthen its presence in Africa with a network of connections spanning over 223 regional destinations through its partnerships with 5 airlines in code-sharing agreements and 19 interline agreements. This provides better connection opportunities to both tourist destinations and emerging economic centers on the continent.
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