Nigeria Labour Congress Blocks Air Peace Flights at Lagos, Abuja Airports

• Air Peace flights disrupted in Lagos and Abuja due to labour union blockade.
• Nigeria Labour Congress, ATSSSAN, and TUC involved in industrial action.
• Blockade affects access to Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 1 and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport terminal.
• Passengers scheduled to fly with Air Peace significantly affected by disruption.

The ongoing industrial action has resulted in the barricading of the entrances to our departure terminals at Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 1 (Alpha and Zulu Terminals) and Terminal 2 in Lagos, as well as the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport Terminal in Abuja.

In a significant development, Air Peace flights have been disrupted in Lagos and Abuja due to an ongoing industrial action by organised labour unions. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Air Transport Services Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (ATSSSAN), and Trade Union Congress (TUC) have barricaded the entrances to Air Peace's departure terminals at Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 1 in Lagos, affecting access to both Alpha and Zulu Terminals and Terminal 2. The blockade has also impacted the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport terminal in Abuja, preventing scheduled flights from departing from both cities.

The labour unions involved in the industrial action have the right to strike under Nigerian law. However, this right is not absolute and must be exercised in a manner that does not cause unnecessary hardship or disruption to essential services like air travel. The airline's management has apologised for the inconvenience caused by the blockade, stating that it is beyond their control. This situation highlights the delicate balance between workers' rights and the need to maintain public services.

The disruption of Air Peace flights has significant implications for air travel in Nigeria. Passengers scheduled to fly with Air Peace have been affected, and the airline is working to provide updates to those impacted. The situation underscores the importance of considering potential disruptions when planning travel. Lawyers advising clients on travel plans should note this development and advise their clients to check with Air Peace for updates on schedules and availability.

Lawyers advising clients on travel plans should note the potential for flight disruptions and advise their clients to check with Air Peace for updates on schedules and availability.

Source: Original reporting via Vanguard