Air Peace Airline says it has successfully concluded the first phase of its 2025 Hajj operations to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The Airline in a statement say the Phase one airlift was concluded on May 24, 2025, with a total of 16 flights conducted and over 5,000 pilgrims airlifted.
The operations began on May 9, 2025, with the airline operating the National Inaugural Hajj Flight from Owerri Airport, Imo State—an event which was witnessed by the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria,Senator Kashim Shettima.
Air Peace operated Hajj flights for 15 Nigerian states and the Armed Forces, using strategically located airports to ensure smooth operations and accessibility for pilgrims.
The Airline gives a breakdown of states and their respective departure airports which are
Kogi & Benue – Abuja Airport
Borno – Maiduguri Airport
Taraba – Yola Airport
Ekiti & Ondo – Ilorin Airport
Edo & Nigerian Armed Forces – Lagos Airport
Imo – Owerri Airport
Abia, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Enugu & Rivers – Port Harcourt Airport
Air Peace’s Director of Flight Operations, Captain Augustin Kamano,while speaking on the completion of phase One, expressed satisfaction with the seamless coordination and thanked all stakeholders for their cooperation.
He noted, “This first phase was a demonstration of our operational strength and dedication to national service. We are proud of our team’s performance and grateful for the support from all relevant authorities.” adding”that Phase Two of the 2025 Hajj airlift is scheduled to commence on June 13, 2025, and conclude by July 2, 2025, “by the grace of God.”
Air Peace’s Chief Operating Officer, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Olajide, in her remark, extended deep appreciation to the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), aviation and security agencies, and especially the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for his unwavering support.
She said“We remain committed to excellence and national service. Our successful Hajj operations are a result of collaboration, professionalism, and the confidence placed in us by the Nigerian government and people,”
AirPeace stressed that as Phase Two of the airlift commences, the airline remains resolute in upholding safety, efficiency, and comfort for all pilgrims on this sacred journey.
Since the airline’s debut in 2014, it has been operating the largest fleet in Nigeria, launching multiple regional and intercontinental routes including Jeddah, Johannesburg, and London, and consistently championing national interests. Its active participation in the Hajj operations since 2019, further highlights that.
