BY OLAPEJU OLUBI
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo and top dignitaries are set to grace United Nigeria Airlines’ inaugural commercial flight to Ekiti State from the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja on Wednesday, December 10th 2025.
The commencement of flights into Ekiti State marks a defining moment in the ongoing expansion of domestic air connectivity across Nigeria, highlighting United Nigeria Airlines’ resolve to open new corridors of mobility in regions with rising economic and social significance.
The service, which will operate into the Ekiti Agro-Allied International Airport, Ado-Ekiti, ushers in a new era of aviation access for the state.
It presents residents, investors, students, government officials, and an increasingly mobile visitor population with a faster, safer, and far more convenient alternative to road travel.
Beyond convenience, the launch carries substantial economic weight, positioning Ekiti to attract heightened activity in tourism, commerce, agriculture, and the blossoming creative sector that continues to shape its modern identity.
This strategic route expansion fits seamlessly into United Nigeria Airlines’ broader vision of connecting underserved destinations, deepening national integration, and enhancing mobility in regions poised for growth.
Speaking ahead of the launch, the airline’s management explained that the decision to open the Ekiti route was propelled by mounting demand for improved connectivity and a desire to support the state’s development aspirations.
They reaffirmed United Nigeria Airlines’ unwavering commitment to rigorous safety standards, refined customer service, and dependable operations across its expanding network.
“We are excited to bring United Nigeria Airlines’ signature warmth and dependable service to the people of Ekiti State.
This route will strengthen regional accessibility and create new opportunities for business, leisure, and socio-economic growth,” the airline stated.
The inaugural flight on December 10th will host aviation regulators, government officials, traditional rulers, and business leaders, who will join in celebrating the symbolic expansion.
United Nigeria Airlines says it is eager to serve Ekiti, promising passengers a seamless, comfortable travel experience as it continues to widen its footprint across Nigeria’s aviation landscape.
Olapeju is a journalist and aviation reporter.
