Nigeria and Canada have signed a landmark code-sharing agreement under a new Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA). The agreement, signed by Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, in Abuja, allows airlines from both countries to collaborate on flight routes. This partnership enables passengers to book seamless itineraries with single tickets across multiple airlines, simplifying travel between Nigeria and Canada.
Keyamo emphasized that the agreement is not a full BASA but a code-sharing arrangement, which will be facilitated by designating specific airlines on both sides. The Canadian High Commissioner to Nigeria, Pasquale Salvaggio, highlighted the importance of code-sharing in offering passengers a seamless journey on one ticket, enhancing bilateral relations and commercial ties between the two countries.
This move is expected to expand travel options, streamline logistics, and make air travel more accessible. It highlights Nigeria’s strong economic partnership with Canada, and is poised to benefit both nations by providing greater access to various cities without the need for additional flights.
