Cameroon-Nigeria Relations: Douala-Enugu Air Link Opens New Chapter

A new chapter in Cameroon- Nigeria relations has ope­ ned with the inaugural flight of Enugu Air at Douala International Airport. The maiden flight, which landed in Douala on September 23, marks the establishment of a direct air connection between Douala, Came­ roon’s economic capital, and Enugu State in South Eastern Nigeria. The ceremony that brought toge­ ther officials from both countries revealed strong ties. For the ADC officials, the new route carried di­ plomatic, economic and commercial significance. He described the connection as a demonstration of growing confidence in Douala In­ ternational Airport and its role as a gateway to Cameroon and Central Africa. According to figures pre­ sented during the ceremony, Douala International Airport recor­ ded about 8,500 aircraft move­ ments, 600,000 passengers and 6,200 tonnes of cargo during the first half of 2025. The figures re­ flected the increasing attractive­ ness of the airport to airlines and travellers. According to the Enugu Air repre­ sentative in Cameroon Olivier Ta­ gatio the route is also expected to facilitate the movement of goods and people while creating oppor­ tunities in trade, tourism, business and investment. He noted that di­ rect air connectivity could help shorten travel time, bring markets closer and strengthen regional in­ tegration. The representative of the Douala City Council described the connec­ tion as an opportunity to reinforce economic and tourism exchanges. He noted that Douala, as Came­ roon’s economic capital, could be­ nefit from increased interaction with businesses and travellers from South Eastern Nigeria. The representative of the governor of Enugu state Professor Chede­ bere Onia said the flight is part of a broader vision to improve connec­ tivity between African cities. He said they were seeking to attract more visitors and investment to the state while developing an en­ abling business environment. He highlighted Enugu’s touris...