First Group of Africans to Arrive for Carnival under New Air Peace Agreement
A group of cultural artists from Nigeria are expected to arrive in Antigua and Barbuda during the Carnival celebrations.
The group according to the government will share Nigeria’s “rich cultural tapestry” with locals during the celebrations.
The latest arrangement is in keeping with the government’s determination to continuously pursue efforts to establish an air bridge with West Africa
The team is expected to stay at one of Antigua’s luxury hotels and be returned to their homeland by Air Peace at the end of the Carnival festivities.
The Nigerians will arrive as part of an arrangement with Air Peace; the largest Nigerian air carrier
The airline is expected to invest in LIAT 2020 Ltd.
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has been vigorously pursuing shareholders of former LIAT 1974 Ltd to invest in a new entity but that has not been successful.
Browne had said that another investor is required and Air Peace has indicated its capabilities.
That carrier will seek to establish regular flights between West Africa and Antigua, utilizing LIAT for dispersing its transit passengers to other Caribbean Countries, and building up the capabilities of LIAT to fly outside of the region.
This story was first published by Antigua News on : antigua.news/2023/06/29/first-group-of-africans-to-arrive-for-carnival-under-new-air-peace-agreement. © 2023 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

About the author
The Editorial Staff refers to all reporters employed by Antigua.news. When an article is not an original creation of Antigua.news—such as when it is based on a press release, other media articles, letters to the editor, or court decisions—one of our staff members is responsible for overseeing its publication.
Read our editorial standards and corrections policy. Spotted an error? Contact the newsroom.
More from Antigua and Barbuda
View section
Nicholas Leads APUA Delegation to Regional Water Conference
Discussions in Grenada focus on water security, climate resilience and sustainable utility services across the Caribbean.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
Antigua and Barbuda to Host Caribbean Tourism Conference in 2027
Regional tourism leaders will gather from October 4–8 as the destination prepares to host CTO’s flagship industry forum.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
National Health Insurance Could Become Reality by 2028 as Antigua and Barbuda Relaunches Universal Health Coverage Programme
Government advances plans for a National Health Insurance Programme aimed at making essential healthcare more accessible and affordable while reducing the financial burden on households.
By Cory Wayland
WATCH:Appeal for Information After Alleged Attempt to Snatch Necklace on All Saints Road
Circulating appeal says a man’s necklace broke and fell to the ground during the incident near the credit union.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
Comments (10)
Wong ping June 29, 2023, 7:31 AM
Antiguan woman June 29, 2023, 8:35 AM
Jezz June 29, 2023, 9:02 AM
Teacher For Life June 29, 2023, 9:04 AM
So Fed Up June 29, 2023, 9:36 AM
Are they masking something else and throwing a RED herring across the trail?
Anonymous June 29, 2023, 12:42 PM
Anonymous June 29, 2023, 9:36 AM
Anonymous June 29, 2023, 9:50 AM
Anonymous National June 29, 2023, 9:41 AM
Rita Brathwaite June 29, 2023, 11:46 AM