The Digest:
Emirates Airlines has announced it will resume flights to Nigeria, ending a nearly two-year suspension that severed a major travel link. This decision, rooted in renewed diplomatic engagement, highlights the restoration of a crucial economic and cultural bridge between the two nations.
Key Points
- The airline confirmed the resumption in a statement by Deputy President Adnan Kazim.
- Emirates expressed gratitude to the Nigerian government for its partnership.
- Operations were suspended in 2022 due to challenges in repatriating trapped funds.
- The UAE had subsequently halted visa issuance to Nigerian applicants.
- The route reconnects travelers to Dubai and over 140 global destinations.
- The move follows a meeting between Presidents Tinubu and Mohamed bin Zayed.
- Emirates was historically a popular choice for Nigerian travelers and businesses
Sources: Daily Post Nigeria
