Chairman of Air Peace, Dr. Allen Onyema, has commended the British Deputy High Commissioner in Lagos, Mr. Johnny Baxter, for his exceptional role in facilitating the smooth operations of the airline’s historic entry into the UK market.
Speaking at the Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) Members’ Evening, Onyema described Baxter as “a diplomat par excellence whose unwavering support has ensured seamless connectivity for Air Peace in the UK”.
Onyema noted that both the Nigerian and British governments played pivotal roles in making Air Peace’s London service a reality. “Our London flights are not just about moving passengers but about moving hope, the hope of a continent determined to trade fairly, travel freely, and prosper fully”, he said.
The direct Lagos–London Gatwick service, launched earlier this year, has reshaped the Nigeria–UK travel market, offering affordable fares and reducing travel time by eliminating long layovers. With Abuja–London flights set to commence in October, Air Peace is deepening its role as a bridge for bilateral growth.
Chairman of the NBCC Membership Committee, Dr. Nnamdi Okonkwo, reaffirmed that Air Peace’s presence in the Chamber will further drive synergies between aviation and trade.
Air Peace, which began operations in 2014, has built a reputation for trailblasing initiatives, from evacuation missions during crises to pioneering long-haul services that connect Nigeria directly to strategic global destinations.