Nigerian carrier Air Peace has warned passengers to expect flight delays as a worsening aviation fuel shortage disrupts operations across the country.
In a statement issued on Saturday, the airline said the limited supply of Jet A1 fuel is already affecting scheduled departures at several terminals, forcing adjustments to its operations.
“Fuel availability remains limited, which has impacted scheduled departures,” the airline said, adding that it is working with industry partners to resolve the situation and reduce disruption.
The crisis has also hit international routes. Air Peace confirmed a temporary reduction in its Abuja–London service, cutting flights to three times weekly until July 1, 2026.
According to the airline, the move is aimed at maintaining safety and operational reliability during the period of constrained fuel supply. Full flight frequency on the route is expected to resume from July.
Passengers affected by the changes have been advised to contact the airline’s call centre for free rescheduling.
The disruption comes as Nigeria’s aviation sector grapples with a sharp surge in Jet A1 prices. The cost of aviation fuel has reportedly jumped from about N900 per litre in February to as high as N3,300 per litre in April, an increase of over 300 percent.
The spike has placed significant pressure on airlines, many of which had earlier warned of a potential nationwide shutdown of operations due to unsustainable costs.
The federal government stepped in to prevent a shutdown, with Bola Tinubu approving a 30 percent discount on debts owed by domestic airlines to aviation agencies as part of relief measures.
Air Peace apologised to passengers for the inconvenience and said it would continue to monitor the situation closely while providing updates as conditions improve.
