Fidelity Bank Applauds Air Peace on Historic Abuja–London Heathrow Flight

Fidelity Bank Applauds Air Peace on Historic Abuja–London Heathrow Flight

Fidelity Bank Plc has congratulated Air Peace on the successful launch of its maiden direct flight from Abuja to London Heathrow Airport, describing the milestone as a shining example of Nigerian excellence in global aviation.

In a statement, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, OON, commended Air Peace for its vision, resilience, and contribution to positioning Nigeria as a formidable player in the international aviation market.

“We warmly congratulate Air Peace on the commencement of its direct flights between Abuja and London Heathrow. This remarkable achievement marks another significant milestone in the airline’s journey and underscores its unwavering commitment to advancing the Nigerian aviation industry,” Onyeali-Ikpe said.

She noted that Fidelity Bank has been a strategic partner of Air Peace since its inception 11 years ago, adding that the relationship is anchored on shared values, collaboration, and a mutual commitment to national growth.

“Fidelity Bank is honoured to have supported Air Peace from the onset. Today’s success is not only a triumph for the airline but also a proud moment for Nigeria,” she added.

The bank’s chief executive further emphasized Fidelity Bank’s leadership role in aviation financing and its commitment to supporting indigenous businesses to thrive globally.

“Our partnership with Air Peace reflects our confidence in the potential of Nigerian enterprises to compete internationally. We remain committed to backing the airline’s growth as it expands into new markets,” she stated.

Dr. Onyeali-Ikpe also commended the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo (SAN), for his proactive efforts in fostering an enabling environment for local airlines, noting that the success of the Heathrow route demonstrates the impact of effective public-private collaboration.

Air Peace’s Abuja–London Heathrow service marks its second direct UK route, following the Lagos–London operation launched earlier in the year. The new connection is expected to boost bilateral ties, reduce travel costs, and strengthen Nigeria’s presence in global aviation.

Recognized as one of Nigeria’s leading financial institutions, Fidelity Bank Plc serves over 9.1 million customers through digital platforms, 255 business offices nationwide, and its UK subsidiary, FidBank UK Limited. The bank has received multiple awards, including the 2024 Excellence in Digital Transformation & MSME Banking Award (BAFI), Most Innovative Mobile Banking Application (Global Business Outlook), and Best Bank for SMEs in Nigeria (Euromoney Awards for Excellence).