International airline Emirates has entered into a new interline agreement with Nigeria’s Air Peace. This partnership will make travel easier for passengers flying between Dubai and Nigeria by expanding Emirates’ reach to 13 additional cities within the country.
The agreement allows for seamless single-ticket travel and simplified baggage handling, providing passengers with a more convenient journey. Emirates announced the deal in a joint statement signed by its Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, Adnan Kazim, along with the Chief Operating Officer of Air Peace, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Olajide.
With this partnership, passengers flying from Dubai to Lagos can now connect to several Nigerian cities, including Asaba, Akure, Benin City, Calabar, Enugu, Ilorin, Kaduna, and Owerri. Corporate travelers will also benefit from extended routes to Kano, Uyo, Port Harcourt, Warri, and Abuja.
Emirates noted that this collaboration will further strengthen trade ties between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates, making business and travel more efficient. Speaking about the development, Adnan Kazim stated, “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.”
Mrs. Olajide of Air Peace also expressed enthusiasm about the agreement, stating that it aligns with Air Peace’s mission to improve global connectivity for Nigerian travelers. She remarked, “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.”
