Air Peace Completes Fourth Evacuation Flight, Repatriates 284 Nigerians
Air Peace has successfully concluded the fourth phase of its humanitarian evacuation from South Africa, returning 284 Nigerians to Lagos in coordination with the Federal Government.
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West Africa’s largest airline, Air Peace, has completed the fourth phase of its humanitarian evacuation operation from South Africa, repatriating 284 Nigerians on a Boeing 777-200 aircraft. The flight landed safely in Lagos, marking another stage in the ongoing effort to return citizens amid rising regional tensions. The operation was conducted in collaboration with Nigeria’s Federal Government, according to Vanguard News.
Each evacuation phase has seen Air Peace deploy its wide-body fleet to transport nationals back home. The airline previously conducted three earlier missions, cumulatively airlifting 801 Nigerians before this latest flight. The current phase brings the total number of repatriated citizens to 1,085, as confirmed by Business Day and Vanguard News.
The airline has emphasized its role in national emergency response, positioning itself beyond commercial operations. Air Peace’s management stated its readiness to support future government-led evacuation efforts if required. The Federal Government has not issued an official statement on the total duration or final phase of the operation.
This evacuation underscores growing reliance on private carriers during diplomatic and security crises in the region. Neighboring countries have also begun reviewing repatriation protocols as South Africa faces continued unrest. Air Peace remains on standby for further deployment, sources within the airline told Vanguard News.