Fuel Scarcity Hits Nigerian Aviation Sector As Air Peace Warns Of Flight Delay
Fuel Scarcity Hits Nigerian Aviation Sector As Air Peace Warns Of Flight Delay
The airline assured passengers that efforts are underway to mitigate the situation and reduce inconvenience to travellers.
Nigeria’s largest carrier, Air Peace, has alerted passengers to possible disruptions in its flight operations due to the ongoing fuel scarcity affecting parts of the country.
In an official circular dated April 10, 2026, and signed by its spokesperson, Osifo-Whiskey Efe, the airline said the development may impact its flight schedules across its network.
“TEMPORARY DISRUPTIONS DUE TO FUEL SCARCITY,” the circular read.
“Dear Valued Customer,”
“We wish to inform you that some flights across our network may experience delays due to fuel scarcity.”
The airline assured passengers that efforts are underway to mitigate the situation and reduce inconvenience to travellers.
“Please be rest assured that we are actively working with our relevant partners to manage the situation and restore normal operations as quickly as possible, while minimising any impact on your travel plans.”
Air Peace appealed for patience and understanding from customers as it navigates the operational challenges.
“We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.”
The airline also advised passengers to seek updates and assistance through its official communication channels.
Reaffirming its commitment to passenger welfare, the airline emphasised that safety remains paramount despite the disruptions.
“Your safety and comfort remain our top priorities, and we are committed to getting you to your destination safely and as promptly as possible.”
The circular was signed, “Osifo-Whiskey Efe, Spokesperson, Air Peace Limited, 10/04/2026.”
The aviation fuel scarcity may not be unconnected to the ongoing war between Iran, Israel and the US.
Senegal’s Prime Minister, Ousmane Sonko, had earlier strongly criticised United States President, Donald Trump, accusing him of destabilising the global order and plunging the world into chaos through the ongoing conflict with Iran.
Sonko had made the remarks while speaking at a conference on Africa’s quest for sovereignty, where he questioned the rationale behind the war and its global consequences.
The Senegalese leader said the United States had failed to achieve its stated objectives in the confrontation with Iran, despite escalating tensions that have heightened global insecurity.
“Reducing Iran’s ballistic capacity has not been achieved. Forcing Iran to abandon all nuclear programmes, both civil and military, is not an objective that has been achieved,” Sonko said.
He added that the consequences of the conflict have been far-reaching and unjustifiable, warning that the world is now more unstable.
“Yet the world has been plunged into chaos that nothing can justify. Mr Trump is not a man of peace. He is a man who destabilises the world,” he stated.
Sonko’s comments reflect growing concerns among global leaders about the implications of the US-Iran tensions, particularly on international peace and security.
United States President Donald J. Trump had also accused Iran of failing to uphold commitments related to the movement of oil through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, describing Tehran’s actions as both inadequate and “dishonourable.”
