Overland Airways Reconnects Ibadan and Abuja, Boosts Regional Connectivity - By Daisy BARRO

Overland Airways has announced the recommencement of flight services from Samuel Ladoke Akintola International Airport, Ibadan to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, effective December 23, 2025. The airline will operate three weekly services on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, using its brand new 88-seater Embraer 175 aircraft, featuring Premium and Economy cabins.

Flights will depart Abuja to Ibadan at 10:30 a.m. and Ibadan to Abuja at 12:00 p.m. Chief Operating Officer of Overland Airways, Mrs. Aderonke Emmanuel-James, expressed excitement about the airline's return to Ibadan, citing its 22-year history of providing excellent flight services to the people of Ibadan, Oyo State, and Osun State.

"We are excited to return to Ibadan to continue the excellent flight services we have provided to the people of Ibadan, Oyo State, and Osun State over the past 22 years," Mrs. James said. She also congratulated the Government of Oyo State for the extensive improvement works at the Samuel Ladoke Akintola International Airport, Ibadan.

The Ibadan International Airport has been reopened after it was closed in March 2025 for upgrade of its facilities. Overland Airways assures its esteemed customers of reliable and consistent flight services.

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