Air Peace has completed its third humanitarian evacuation mission from South Africa, bringing home 268 stranded Nigerians and raising the total number of citizens repatriated under the exercise to 801.
The evacuation, carried out in partnership with the Federal Government, was operated with the airline’s Boeing 777-200 wide-body aircraft as part of ongoing efforts to facilitate the voluntary return of Nigerians affected by recent xenophobic tensions in South Africa.
The latest operation follows the successful evacuation of 262 Nigerians on June 11 and 271 on June 30, bringing the total number of returnees across the three missions to 801.
Air Peace said the achievement reflects its continued commitment to national service and its readiness to support Nigerians in times of crisis, both within Africa and beyond.
According to the airline, the evacuation underscores its longstanding partnership with the Federal Government in delivering timely humanitarian interventions and ensuring the safety and welfare of Nigerian citizens caught in emergency situations abroad.
The carrier noted that its role extends beyond commercial air transport, describing its humanitarian operations as part of its broader mission to reconnect Nigerians with their families and provide reassurance during difficult times.
Air Peace also highlighted its growing record in humanitarian aviation, revealing that it has undertaken more than 16 evacuation and relief missions since commencing operations. The missions have involved emergency repatriations and crisis response efforts across Africa and other parts of the world.
The airline reaffirmed its commitment to supporting national priorities, maintaining that it remains prepared to deploy its fleet and operational capacity whenever Nigerians require assistance or a safe journey home.