Air Peace Launches Historic Abuja-Heathrow Flights - By Daisy BARRO
Air Peace Limited has marked a significant milestone in Nigerian aviation history with the launch of its maiden direct flight from Abuja to London Heathrow Airport. The event, held at the check-in counters of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (Abuja), was attended by the airline's management team, government officials, and other stakeholders. Festus Keyamo, Minister for Aviation and Aerospace Development, highlighted the intensive diplomatic efforts that secured the Heathrow slot, reaffirming the Government's support for indigenous carriers under the Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA). "The connecting capital of the whole of Europe now lies within reach of Nigerian travellers, reflecting Nigeria's firm stance on reciprocity and fair access," he noted. Ibrahim Hassan Hadejia, Deputy Chief of Staff, representing the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, extended congratulations to Air Peace on behalf of the Government and Nigerians, ...