The Federal Government has launched a strategic partnership with Uganda Airlines aimed at connecting Nigerian goods more efficiently to AfCFTA markets across Africa. The move is expected to cut air cargo rates by 50–75%, significantly reducing logistic costs for exporters.
The partnership was formally announced on Sunday by the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, via her official X (formerly Twitter) handle.
“We flag off a bold new pathway connecting Nigerian goods to the AfCFTA market through a strategic partnership with Uganda Airlines. The new air corridor will provide Nigerian exporters with access to three key African hubs — Uganda, Kenya, and South Africa,” she stated.
The initiative comes as AfCFTA tariffs are now officially gazetted, opening up more cost-effective trade opportunities for Nigerian exporters. The reduced costs will also apply to regulatory charges, offering relief to businesses grappling with high logistics expenses.
With inaugural flights launched on Sunday, the new air corridor is set to facilitate the export of a wide range of goods including textiles, bags, cosmetics, and agro-products.
This partnership aligns with the Federal Government’s broader agenda to boost non-oil exports and position Nigeria as a leading player in intra-African trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) framework.
