The management of Chinua Achebe International Cargo Airport (CAICA) has commended United Nigeria Airlines for introducing its Embraer 190 and CRJ 900 aircraft, which began full operations on November 5, 2026 on the Abuja–Anambra route.
The airport’s Managing Director, Martins Nwafor, made the commendation in an appreciation letter addressed to the airline’s management in which he described the introduction of the two aircraft as a significant milestone for air travel to and from Anambra State. Both aircraft carry more passengers than the airline’s previous fleet on this route, and the airport says this should give travellers more comfort, greater convenience and a better overall journey.
The airport also said the new aircraft would strengthen links between Anambra State and two of Nigeria’s largest cities, Abuja and Lagos.
“The Management Of Chinua Achebe International Cargo Airport wishes to encourage the good people of Anambra State and the general public to patronize United Nigeria Airlines and take advantage of the comfort, convenience and quality services offered by its Embraer 190 and CRJ 900 aircrafts.
“We also wish to use this opportunity to encourage Ndi Anambra and the travelling public to make Chinua Achebe International Cargo Airport their preferred destination for their daily travels. thereby supporting the growth and development of aviation services and economic activities in the State,” the letter read.
The letter also asked the airline to consider adding routes from Anambra to other major destinations like Kano, arguing that a direct service would improve connectivity, support business and commerce, and make travel more convenient.
The airport described its relationship with the airline as mutually beneficial and said it looks forward to continued cooperation on expanding the airline’s network through the Anambra airport.
