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Air Peace Limited has strongly refuted allegations that it sold tickets to Jamaica and subsequently "dumped" passengers in Barbados, describing the claims as misleading and inaccurate. The airline asserts that all tickets were sold in accordance with international airline sales practices and applicable aviation regulations, with no evidence of deceptive sales or intentional misleading of passengers. According to a statement by Air Peace, during pre-departure checks at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, it was discovered that some passengers lacked required transit visas for travel via Antigua to destinations including Jamaica as well as Trinidad and Tobago. The airline says it offered affected passengers a full refund, with some opting for rerouting through Barbados, where Nigerian passport holders do not require transit visas. A total of 42 passengers were rerouted through Barbados at their request. Due to operational delays, passengers arrived la...

The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has formally signed contractual documents for the construction of its new corporate headquarters and Air Traffic Management (ATM) Centre in Abuja, marking a significant milestone in the agency's institutional growth and Nigeria's aviation development. The new facility will serve a dual purpose, housing NAMA's Corporate Headquarters and a centralized Air Traffic Management (ATM) Centre, consolidating airspace control functions previously decentralized. According to NAMA's Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive, Engr. Ahmed Umar Farouk, the development represents a major operational shift, enhancing operational efficiency, improving safety oversight, and strengthening Nigeria's compliance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Standards and Recommended Practices. "The consolidation of air traffic control operations into one integrated national centre will significantly enhance operation...

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 i...

Air Peace has announced the resumption of daily return flights between Ibadan and Abuja, effective December 24, 2025, with fares starting from ₦95,000. This move reinforces the airline's commitment to improved domestic connectivity and passenger convenience, following the reopening of Ibadan Airport. The airline is responding to strong demand from passengers, particularly those in Oyo State and surrounding regions seeking seamless access to Abuja. The resumed Ibadan service is strengthened by Air Peace's growing fleet, including the recent arrival of its third Embraer 190 aircraft, enhancing schedule reliability, route flexibility, and overall service delivery. Air Peace reaffirmed its dedication to connecting underserved markets, easing travel stress, and supporting socio-economic activities through dependable air transport solutions. Passengers can book early via the Air Peace website, mobile app, or accredited travel agents to enjoy the attractive fares. This dev...

Air Peace Limited, West and Central Africa's largest indigenous airline, has taken delivery of its third Embraer 190 aircraft, registered as 5N-CFM, which landed at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, on Tuesday December 16, 2025. This strategic move reinforces the carrier's operational capacity to meet the heightened travel demand during the festive season and beyond. The Embraer 190-100 AR, with a 99-seat configuration, features 11 Business Class seats and 88 Economy Class seats, offering passengers a refined balance of comfort, efficiency, and reliability. The aircraft boasts fuel-efficient engines with reduced carbon emissions, making it an environmentally responsible choice. The cabin features a 1-2 seating configuration in Business Class and a 2-2 Economy Class layout, ensuring spacious legroom, quiet comfort, and in-seat power sockets. The airline's Spokesperson, Mr. Osifo-Whiskey Efe, stated, "We are delighted to welcome this advanced air...

Air Peace has unveiled a series of enhancements to its domestic schedule, effective December 14, 2025, in response to the anticipated surge in travel demand during the festive season. The airline is deploying additional flights on key routes, including Lagos and Abuja connections to Owerri, Asaba, Enugu, Port Harcourt, Kano, Benin, and Anambra, to ensure seamless travel for passengers. The carrier has also bolstered flight frequencies and connections to Northern destinations, offering improved travel options to Yola, Maiduguri, and Gombe via Lagos and Abuja on designated days. This augmentation is designed to provide passengers with greater flexibility and convenience during the peak holiday period. In a significant development, Air Peace has announced the reinstatement of its Warri services, with daily return flights on the Lagos-Warri route increasing to twice daily, and Abuja-Warri flights resuming operations from December 17, 2025. Tickets for these routes are currently...