Nigerians in Brazil Accuse Tinubu's Government and Air Peace of 'Fake' Lagos-São Paulo Flights

Nigerian residents in Brazil have accused the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Nigerian airline Air Peace of fraudulent practices in promising direct flights between Lagos and São Paulo. An agreement was reportedly signed between the Nigerian government and Brazil in August 2025 for the direct air route, but months later, no tangible progress has been made, leaving Nigerians in Brazil stranded and financially strained.

Many had postponed travel plans and business trips to Nigeria in anticipation of the promised direct flights, only to find themselves unable to afford the current expensive connecting flights. This situation has particularly affected students, small business owners, and members of the Nigerian community in Brazil, causing financial and emotional distress.