United Nigeria Airlines to Launch Cargo Flights at Ekiti Airport

United Nigeria Airlines announced plans to initiate cargo operations at Ekiti Airport in January. Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, the airline’s Executive Chairman, made this announcement during the unveiling of the Reeve Energy Limited aviation fuel tank farm facility at the airport.

Okonkwo stated that cargo aircraft would transport goods from Ekiti to various locations in Nigeria and international destinations, including London. He noted that United Nigeria Airlines would be the first to carry commercial cargo once the state is prepared.

Additionally, he revealed that the airline intends to introduce daily passenger flights to the airport shortly after the cargo operations begin. Okonkwo mentioned that United Nigeria Airlines is the second-largest consumer of aviation fuel in Nigeria, following Air Peace, which would benefit the new fuel facility.

He clarified that the airline did not seek the partnership but was approached by the state government after due diligence. Okonkwo also discussed the airline's acceptance of reduced passenger loads during low demand as a sign of trust in the partnership.