United Nigeria Airlines gains AFRAA full membership status

United Nigeria Airlines has achieved full membership in the African Airlines Association (AFRAA), a development poised to bolster the Nigerian carrier's regional influence and enhance cooperation among airlines across the continent. This move also signifies AFRAA's commitment to expanding its presence in Nigeria, a nation recognized as Africa's most populous and a significant player in the aviation market.

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We are truly excited to welcome United Nigeria Airlines into the AFRAA fraternity. Nigeria is Africa’s most populous nation, and one of its most dynamic aviation markets, and United Nigeria Airlines exemplifies the resilient, forward-looking spirit of the African airline industry.

AFRAA announced the membership, stating it reflects the airline's dedication to advancing a more robust and interconnected African aviation sector through collective efforts in advocacy, partnership, and skill development. Abderahmane Berthé, AFRAA's Secretary General, lauded United Nigeria Airlines as a resilient and forward-thinking company, whose inclusion will further empower the association.

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At AFRAA, United Nigeria Airlines will now have access to our full suite of advocacy, joint projects, commercial intelligence, capacity building, and networking resources. We will work to elevate their growth and advance the cause of truly unified African skies.

"We are truly excited to welcome United Nigeria Airlines into the AFRAA fraternity," Berthé stated. "Nigeria is Africa’s most populous nation, and one of its most dynamic aviation markets, and United Nigeria Airlines exemplifies the resilient, forward-looking spirit of the African airline industry." He added that membership provides the airline access to policy advocacy, commercial partnerships, and industry insights.

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Joining AFRAA as a full member is a defining moment for United Nigeria Airlines and for Nigerian aviation as a whole.

United Nigeria Airlines' Executive Chairman, Prof Obiora Okonkwo, called the admission a pivotal moment for both the airline and Nigeria's aviation sector, aligning with the company's ambition to improve connectivity throughout Africa. "Our vision has always been to unite Nigerians and connect them more closely to the rest of the continent," Okonkwo said. "AFRAA membership gives us a stronger platform to advance that vision, collaborate with our fellow African carriers, and contribute meaningfully to the realisation of the Single African Air Transport Market."

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Our vision has always been to unite Nigerians and connect them more closely to the rest of the continent. AFRAA membership gives us a stronger platform to advance that vision, collaborate with our fellow African carriers, and contribute meaningfully to the realisation of the Single African Air Transport Market.