Onyema Salutes British Diplomacy for Seamless UK-Nigeria Air Operations.

Air Peace Chairman, Dr. Allen Onyema, has commended the British Deputy High Commissioner in Lagos, Mr. Johnny Baxter, for his exceptional role in facilitating smooth operations of the airline’s historic entry into the UK market.

Speaking at the Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce 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 contrary to some misleading reports, 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 already 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.

Closing the event, NBCC Membership Committee Chairman, 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 trailblazing initiatives, from evacuation missions during crises in South Africa, Ukraine, and Sudan to pioneering long-haul services that connect Nigeria directly to strategic global destinations.