Gatwick Airport Acknowledges Air Peace Amid Backlash from Nigerians

Finally, Gatwick Airport, London has announced the commencement of flights by Nigeria’s Air Peace, a direct Lagos-London flight to Gatwick on March 30, 2024, amidst fanfare.

The secondary international airport serving London, England, United Kingdom encouraged passengers to embark on their next journey from London Gatwick to Lagos using Air Peace.

In it’s X handle, @Gatwick_Airport, the airport congratulated Air Peace on its inaugural flight to London.

“Exciting news! We recently welcomed Nigerian carrier @flyairpeacet to the London Gatwick family, flying daily to Lagos. “Perfect for reconnecting with friends and loved ones or for business travellers, embark on your next journey from London Gatwick to Lagos with Air Peace. Book your flights today. “And doesn’t the livery look great on the aircraft as it came under our Pier 6 bridge on its first arrival?,” the airport stated.

In response to the X message, Festus Keyamo, minister of aviation and aerospace development appreciated Gatwick airport via his X handle.

He however noted that he expected the congratulatory message before now.

“We expected this on the first day of the arrival of one of our most important local airlines @flyairpeace, but better late than never.

“We look forward to working with you to ensure seamless operations by

@flyairpeace from your airport. The Government of Nigeria fully supports our local operators,” Keyamo added.

April 11, 2024