Direct flights between Israel and Nigeria begin on April 20 - Envoy

He assured that the Israeli mission in Nigeria would work closely with the Federal Government to strengthen bilateral diplomatic ties. Direct flights between Israel and Nigeria will begin on April 20, according to Michael Freeman, Israel's Ambassador to Nigeria, who spoke in Abuja on Saturday. "On April 20, we will begin direct air links between Israel and Nigeria, with Air Peace Airline flying twice weekly from Lagos, Abuja, and Tel Aviv." "This would not have been possible without the current administration's efforts." The Aviation and Foreign Affairs Ministers were instrumental in making this happen.“Now, it is important for us to make it clear that this government made this happen and we have to understand the positive differences these flights will make.