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Air Peace and Turkish Airlines sign agreement to boost Nigeria's global connectivity
via Punch Nigeria1 min read
Turkish Airlines and Air Peace have signed a Bilateral Special Prorate Agreement to improve connectivity between Nigeria, Africa, and international destinations. According to Air Peace spokesperson Mr. Efe Osifo-Whiskey, the partnership allows passengers to travel with a single ticket, benefit from coordinated schedules, and simplified baggage handling across both airlines. This agreement applies to specific routes and eligible itineraries, aiming for smoother journeys across multiple destinations. Turkish Airlines passengers arriving in Lagos can seamlessly connect to Air Peace’s domestic and regional network, while Air Peace passengers can access Turkish Airlines’ global routes via Istanbul, linking Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the Americas. Mr. Osifo-Whiskey stated that the deal strengthens travel between Nigeria and Türkiye, fostering commercial and tourism opportunities in West and Central Africa. Dr. Özlem Özyön, Turkish Airlines’ Senior Vice-President for International Relations and Alliances, emphasized that the interline agreement reinforces their commitment to expanding connectivity across Africa by combining their global reach with Air Peace’s regional strength. Air Peace Chief Commercial Officer, Mr. Nowel Ngala, highlighted that this partnership positions Nigeria at the center of global connectivity, integrating their network with Turkish Airlines’ reach to offer seamless connections, reduce travel complexity, and strengthen Nigeria as a key aviation gatewa
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