AON Denounces Union Disruptions at Nigerian Airports
On August 1, 2026, the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) condemned the violent disruptions of flight operations at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos and the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, specifically targeting Air Peace. AON issued a communique following its general meeting in Abuja, calling for urgent measures to prevent future unlawful interferences.
The unions blocked access to Air Peace’s departure terminals, halting all airline activities and preventing workers from providing services. AON referenced the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Annex 17, stating that the unions' actions violated aviation safety regulations, with serious implications for the sector.
Air Peace reported over 70 affected flights, resulting in estimated losses exceeding ₦2 billion. Additionally, United Nigeria Airlines had more than 30 flights disrupted, impacting approximately 13,000 passengers.
The disruptions also caused widespread passenger stranding and exposed vulnerabilities in airport infrastructure.
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