The management of Air Peace has announced that it will fully resume flight operations on Friday, April 25th, following the suspension of the industrial action by staff of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet).
Recall that NiMet workers commenced an indefinite strike to protest poor wages, among other issues, on Wednesday, April 23, 2025.
The workers’ action forced Air Peace to suspend all flight operations on Wednesday due to safety concerns. However, other airlines such as Ibom Air, Arik, and United Nigeria, continued their operations, an act the striking union described as risky.
The union instructed its members to stop providing services at airports across the country starting from midnight.
This action followed the failure of NiMet management to address the ultimatum issued, which expired on April 16, 2025.
The airline explained that it is also suspending operations because the necessary QNH (hazardous weather) reports, which are vital for safe landings, are unavailable.
Air Peace said:
The airline expressed gratitude to potential passengers for their understanding and assured them that updates would be provided as the situation develops.
In a statement issued by Air Peace’s Head of Corporate Communications, Ejike Ndiulo, the airline appreciated its customers and the government for their support and intervention.
The striking workers’ union agreed to suspend the industrial action until May 13, 2025, to give the government time to address the workers’ demands.
Incessant strikes remain a major concern in Nigeria’s aviation sector. Relevant stakeholders have asked authorities to address this due to its potential impact on the economy.
TimesNow.com.ng earlier reported that Air Peace suspended its flight operations to the Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu due to safety concerns.
The company disclosed in a statement signed by its spokesman, Ejike Ndiulo, that the airline said it was temporarily suspending flights to the airport due to the poor condition of its runway.
Air Peace said the airport failed standard operating procedure (SOP) guidelines.
Source: TimesNow.com.ng
