UK Government Responds To Tinubu Minister’s Threat Against Air Peace, Promises Future Action...READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE ▶▶
On August 1, 2024, Keyamo warned that if Nigerian airline Air Peace is not allocated the sought-after landing slots at London Heathrow Airport, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic could face restrictions at Nigeria’s main international airports, Lagos and Abuja…READ FULL ARTICLE
Keyamo’s warning was delivered in a letter to UK Transport Secretary Louise Haigh, emphasizing that Air Peace’s current operation at Gatwick Airport undermines the Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA) between the two countries, which ensures reciprocal airline rights. He highlighted the discrepancy where British carriers have unrestricted access to Nigeria’s major airports, while Air Peace has struggled to secure slots at Heathrow.
Keyamo demanded prompt action to address this issue, stating that Nigeria will not accept continued unfair treatment of its national carrier.
Following this, Daily Sun inquired with the UK Transport Secretary’s office about the receipt of Keyamo’s letter and the UK government’s plans to resolve the matter. The response came from her researcher, Henry Smith, who indicated that the query had been forwarded to the Department of Transport.
Daily Sun also submitted a Freedom of Information request to the UK Department of Transport, which confirmed receipt and promised a response in due course. The publication later contacted the Minister’s office for an update, and Tunde Moshood, the Special Adviser on Media, confirmed that no response had been received yet….READ FULL ARTICLE
