Air Peace said it has expanded its regional network with the commencement of scheduled flight operations on the Lagos-Conakry-Bamako route, a move which the company said is expected to boost trade, tourism and economic cooperation between Nigeria, Guinea and Mali.
According to a statement by the airline on Monday, the inaugural flight departed the Murtala Muhammed International Airport Terminal 2, Lagos, on Saturday, in continuation of the airline’s drive to strengthen intra-African connectivity and provide travellers with easier access to destinations across West and Central Africa.
The airline said the new route reflects its commitment to bridging African cities while creating seamless travel opportunities for business people, tourists and families across the continent.
The Air Peace delegation, led by the airline’s Chief Commercial Officer, Nowel Ngala, and Director of Flight Operations, Augustine Kamano, received a delegation led by Guinea’s Minister of Transport, Ousmane Diallo; Nigeria’s Ambassador to Guinea, Umaru Kamfu; Director of the Civil Aviation Authority, Thiam Sekou; and members of the Nigerian community resident in Guinea.
Speaking during the reception, Diallo described Air Peace’s entry into Guinea as a significant development that would deepen bilateral relations between both countries.
He said: “This new air connection is more than just another route. It represents stronger ties between Guinea and Nigeria and will facilitate greater movement of people, trade and investment. Improved connectivity creates opportunities for businesses, enhances tourism and brings our people closer together.”
Also speaking, Sekou said increased air connectivity remained critical to the development of Africa’s aviation industry and regional integration.
“We welcome Air Peace’s operations because improved connectivity is essential for economic growth and regional cooperation. Every new route contributes to making West Africa more accessible and competitive,” he stated.
Nigeria’s Ambassador to Guinea, Kamfu, commended the airline for expanding its African network, saying the route would ease travel for Nigerians, Guineans and other passengers across the sub-region.
“Air Peace has continued to demonstrate confidence in Africa by opening new routes that promote integration. This service will strengthen bilateral relations while providing a more convenient travel option for our citizens and other travellers,” the ambassador said.
