Flights resume as NiMET Unions suspend strike.

April 25, 2025

Flights resume as NiMET Unions suspend strike.

Air Peace, Nigeria’s leading airline, has announced the full resumption of its flight operations starting Friday, April 25, 2025, following the suspension of the strike by workers and unions of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency.

Ejike Ndiulo, the Head of Corporate Communications at Air Peace, released a statement on Thursday expressing the airline’s appreciation for its customers’ and stakeholders’ support during the disruption.

According to the statement, “Air Peace is pleased to announce the resumption of all flight operations on Friday, April 25, 2025, following the suspension of the industrial action by the NIMET and other unions in the aviation sector.

“We sincerely thank you for your patience, understanding, and unwavering support throughout this challenging period. Your resilience and trust in our brand mean the world to us.”

The airline also lauded the intervention of the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, stating that his leadership was instrumental in restoring calm and resolving the impasse.

“We commend the active and decisive intervention of the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, whose leadership and commitment were pivotal in resolving the impasse and restoring normalcy within the aviation industry,” Ndiulo stated.

The airline added, “Keyamo’s swift engagement with all stakeholders, his transparent approach to dialogue, and his unwavering dedication to the stability and progress of the aviation sector reflect a deep understanding of the critical role aviation plays in national development.”

Recall that the airline had previously announced the suspension of flights in a statement on Wednesday due to NiMET strike.

This affected operations on Wednesday and Thursday. Air Peace communicated these disruptions to passengers through multiple channels and expressed sincere apologies for any inconvenience caused due to NiMET strike.