Virgin Nigeria changes to Nigerian Eagle

Earlier in the year Virgin Atlantic Airlines ended their partnership (Virgin  Nigeria) with Nigerian Airlines. The dissolution of the partnership initiated the rebranding of the airline to Nigerian Eagle Airlines.

Nigerian Eagle Airlines say the eagle "typifies strength and foresight" and the choice followed intensive research into African culture.

Chief executive Dapo Olumide says its executives aim to maintain the "culture of excellence" from which the airline has benefited:

"We are glad that, under the new management of the airline, we are going to fill the gaps in the aviation sector," 

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