April 18, (THEWILL) — Nigeria’s largest carrier, Air Peace, has retained its title as Best West Africa Sub-Regional Airline of the Year at the 2026 Nigerian Aviation (NIGAV) Awards, securing the honour for the second consecutive year in a development that underscores its deepening dominance in regional aviation.
The award, announced at the NIGAV Conference Centre in Ikeja, Lagos, is regarded as a key industry benchmark, with Air Peace’s back-to-back recognition signalling sustained performance in one of the most competitive segments of Africa’s aviation market.
Unlike a routine award, Air Peace’s repeat victory reflects consistency in operational delivery and regional expansion, particularly at a time when many African carriers continue to struggle with capacity, connectivity gaps, and high operating costs.
The airline’s growing footprint across West Africa, alongside improved schedule reliability and passenger service delivery, contributed significantly to its selection by industry stakeholders.
Reacting to the recognition, the airline’s spokesperson, Mr. Osifo-Whiskey Efe, described the award as a strong endorsement of Air Peace’s long-term strategy focused on regional integration.
He said the airline’s investments are deliberately targeted at bridging connectivity gaps within West Africa, while raising service standards in a market historically challenged by limited route options and high fares.
According to him, the recognition reflects growing trust in the airline’s ability to deliver safe, reliable, and customer-focused services.
Air Peace’s continued success is closely tied to its push for stronger intra-African connectivity—a key issue in the continent’s aviation space.
The airline’s performance has also been supported by sustained investment in fleet expansion and modernisation, enabling it to scale operations and improve efficiency.
This has allowed Air Peace to maintain competitive capacity on regional routes while enhancing passenger comfort and service reliability—factors that remain central to airline competitiveness.
The Nigerian Aviation (NIGAV) Awards is widely recognised as a major platform for assessing performance across Nigeria’s aviation ecosystem, including airlines, regulators, and service providers.
Winning the same category consecutively places Air Peace in a select group of carriers demonstrating stability, growth, and measurable impact within the industry.
Air Peace’s sustained recognition also carries wider implications for Nigeria’s aviation sector, positioning the country as a leading hub for regional air transport.
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