Air Peace announced delays on several of its flights nationwide on Tuesday following heavy rainfall in Lagos.
The airline revealed this in a statement signed by its spokesperson, Osifo-Whiskey Efe.
According to the statement, while the adverse weather disrupted flight schedules, passenger safety remained the top priority.
“We wish to inform you that due to the heavy downpour of rain in Lagos this morning, some flights across our operating networks will be delayed,” it said.
The airline noted that although weather conditions were beyond its control, efforts were being made to reduce the impact.
“While weather is beyond our control and safety remains our utmost priority, we appeal for your understanding as we manage the disruptions as best as we can and get you to your destinations safely,” Air Peace said.
Passengers were advised to contact the airline via email or phone for updated flight schedules.
Reaffirming its commitment, the airline stressed that “safety is not just a priority but a core commitment. We remain dedicated to upholding the highest safety standards for our passengers and crew.”
WIZOPA Online earlier reported that the Nigerian Meteorological Agency had forecast thunderstorms and rainfall across the country from Monday to Wednesday.
According to NiMet’s outlook released on Sunday in Abuja, isolated thunderstorms with moderate rain were expected Monday morning in Kaduna, Gombe, Bauchi, Kebbi, Adamawa, and Taraba states.
The agency also predicted that by the afternoon and evening, isolated thunderstorms with moderate rain would spread across the northern region, with flash floods likely in Adamawa, Taraba, and Gombe.
For the central region, NiMet projected a cloudy atmosphere with sunshine intervals on Monday morning, accompanied by moderate rainfall over Niger, Kogi, Kwara, the FCT, and Benue.
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