Emirates and Air Peace have signed an interline agreement to enhance travel connectivity across Nigeria and the UAE, offering seamless ticketing and baggage transfers

The **United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based Emirates airline** has partnered with **Nigeria’s largest airline, Air Peace**, through a new **interline agreement** aimed at enhancing travel connectivity between the two nations.

This strategic alliance will enable **seamless single-ticket travel** and **simplified baggage transfers**, providing passengers with expanded access to destinations across Nigeria and beyond.

The partnership **expands Emirates’ reach** to **13 additional cities in Nigeria**, allowing passengers traveling from **Dubai to Lagos** to easily continue their journey to:

– **Southern Nigeria:** Asaba, Akure, Benin City, Calabar, Enugu, Owerri
– **Northern & Central Nigeria:** Ilorin, Kaduna, Kano, Abuja
– **South-South Nigeria:** Uyo, Port Harcourt, Warri

This expansion is expected to benefit **corporate travelers, tourists, and Nigerians visiting family**, offering greater flexibility and convenience.

Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer for **Emirates, Adnan Kazim**, described the agreement as a significant milestone in strengthening the **aviation, tourism, and trade relationship** between **Nigeria and the UAE**.

*“Emirates is a steadfast partner of Nigeria’s tourism, trade, and aviation sectors. This partnership with Air Peace bolsters our connectivity and introduces more travel options for corporate and leisure travelers, as well as those visiting friends and family to and from Nigeria. We look forward to deepening our strategic partnership with Air Peace in the future to enhance benefits for our mutual customers.”*

Chief Operating Officer of **Air Peace, Mrs Oluwatoyin Olamide**, expressed excitement about the collaboration, highlighting its potential to improve connectivity for Nigerian travelers.

*“This strategic partnership aligns with our mission to provide seamless, world-class travel experiences while expanding our route network.By improving ease of travel, we are boosting business, tourism, and trade opportunities, further strengthening economic ties between Nigeria and the UAE.”*

She also noted that the agreement reinforces **Nigeria’s aviation sector**, positioning the country as a critical hub for both **regional and global travel**.

Emirates will operate the **Dubai-Lagos route** using its **Boeing 777-300ER**, known for **luxurious in-flight experiences**, while **Air Peace** will offer seamless domestic and international connections with its diverse fleet, including **Airbus 320s, Boeing 737s, Boeing 777s, Dornier 328-300 Jets, Embraer 145s, and Embraer 195-E2s**.

This **interline agreement between Emirates and Air Peace** represents a **significant step forward** in **Nigeria’s aviation industry**, offering improved accessibility, **enhanced trade opportunities**, and **greater travel convenience** for passengers flying between **Nigeria and the UAE**.