
Ethiopian Airlines has expanded its operations in Nigeria to 53 weekly flights, including a new service to Port Harcourt, according to Vanguard. The carrier increased its Lagos operations to 21 weekly flights, offering up to three daily services, and raised frequencies to Kano by four, bringing that route to 11 flights per week. The expansion strengthens the airline's presence in the Nigerian market and improves connectivity across the country.
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