Abuja Airport Closure: Arik Air Releases Schedule For Kaduna Flights

Following the expected closure of the Nnamdi International Airport, Abuja from March 8 for eight weeks, Arik Air has released a new schedule for its Kaduna operations, and the diversion of traffic to Kaduna Airport.

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The Chief Executive Officer of the airline, Capt. Roy Ilegbodu disclosed this in Lagos on Saturday.

Ilegbodu said Arik Air would be operating three daily flights between Kaduna and Lagos and one daily flight between Kaduna and Accra, Ghana during this period.

“Other destinations to be serviced by the airline from Kaduna are Port Harcourt, Ilorin, Sokoto, Gombe, Yola and Enugu, which will have one daily flight each.

“The new schedule will be operated for six weeks when the Abuja Airport is closed to traffic,” he said .

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Meanwhile, Arik Air has announced a special promotional fare that will enable passengers buy a-one-way ticket to any destination in Nigeria from N16, 000.

Ilegbodu said the promotion, which runs from March 6 to 20 was to acknowledge and appreciate the loyalty of the its highly esteemed customers who had stood with the airline for over a decade of operation.

He said, “to enjoy this offer, however, customers are advised to buy their ticket on or before March 20, while the last date for travel is March 31.

“This is an exciting time for both staff and loyal customers of Arik Air.

“The new management has ensured stability of operations over the last three weeks with improved on-time-performance.”

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He said: “Arrangements have been concluded to return five of the grounded aircraft back to service shortly and this will enable us add more flights to our network. “We therefore welcome back our loyal customers and promise them a great flying experience.”

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