Ethiopian Airlines’ frequencies hit 34 with second flight to Abuja

Ethiopian Airlines yesterday inaugurated its second flight to the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, increasing its frequencies to Nigeria. With the flight inaugurated yesterday, the airline now has 34 frequencies to Nigeria. These comprise 14 weekly flights to Lagos; 10 weekly flights to Abuja (7 midday and 3 evening flights); three weekly flights to Enugu […]

Ethiopian Airlines yesterday inaugurated its second flight to the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, increasing its frequencies to Nigeria.

With the flight inaugurated yesterday, the airline now has 34 frequencies to Nigeria.

These comprise 14 weekly flights to Lagos; 10 weekly flights to Abuja (7 midday and 3 evening flights); three weekly flights to Enugu and seven weekly flights to Kano.

Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Dr. Ibrahim Kana was at an event to commemorate the new flights.

Firiehewot Mekonnen, Area  Manager, Ethiopian Airlines Nigeria said, “Today, we are not only adding another flight; we are celebrating a deeper partnership, a stronger connection, and a shared journey between two great nations Ethiopia and Nigeria. “For me personally, this day holds special meaning. My professional journey with Ethiopian Airlines in Nigeria began here, in this very city, many years ago. To return now to welcome a new flight into Abuja is both nostalgic and fulfilling a reflection of growth, progress, and enduring partnership.”

 

He stated that the additional flight “symbolizes our continued commitment to strengthening the deep-rooted ties between Ethiopia and Nigeria and supporting Nigeria’s position as a leading aviation and economic hub in Africa.”

 

“Our partnership with Nigeria has always been symbiotically built on mutual respect, shared vision, and trust. We love Nigeria, and Nigerians have always loved Ethiopian Airlines.

 

“Together, we have connected Nigeria to over 150 global destinations through our Addis Ababa hub, using one of the youngest and most modern fleets in the world, including the Airbus A350-1000 and the Boeing 787 Dreamliner.

 

“Abuja is rapidly transforming into a global centre for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE). With this new frequency, we aim to make Abuja a preferred gateway for global business, tourism, and diplomacy, truly positioning it as the Conference Capital of Africa.”

 

“Our continued growth in Nigeria reflects not only our commercial success but also our unwavering belief in the Nigerian market, its people, and its future. We remain committed to providing world-class service, supporting tourism and trade, and contributing to Nigeria’s aviation development for decades to come,” the ET official added.