Turkish Airlines to deepen investment, tourism in Nigeria
General Manager of Turkish Airlines Nigeria, Lokman Balkan, has reaffirmed their resolve to deepen investment in the country and promote it as a tourist destination. Speaking in Lagos, Balkan noted
General Manager of Turkish Airlines Nigeria, Lokman Balkan, has reaffirmed their resolve to deepen investment in the country and promote it as a tourist destination.
Speaking in Lagos, Balkan noted that Nigerian entrepreneurs and SMEs can leverage Turkish Airlines’ network to expand into Turkiye and access new markets in six continents.
He said the airline has refreshed its Economy Class catering on Nigeria routes with four rotating monthly menus featuring locally inspired dishes shaped by passenger feedback.
Balkan said its collaboration with travel agencies and tourism stakeholders supports stronger connectivity between Nigeria and Türkiye, contributing to broader tourism and business mobility.
“Our network provides Nigerian travellers connectivity to 356 destinations in 132 countries. Holding the title since 2012, our brand has been recognised by Guinness World Records™️ in 2024 with the title of “Most Countries Flown to by an Airline”.
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“With a network covering 30 more countries than our competitor, this milestone highlights the strength of our global reach.
For Nigerian passengers, this translates into shorter connection times, greater destination choice, and access to Europe, Asia, and Americas through our Istanbul hub,” he said.
Balkan said the airline conducts regular audits to ensure that its services meet the highest standards of quality and safety.
He said the technology arm of the airlines enhances its website and mobile app to ensure smooth booking and after-sales services, adding Turkish Airlines Holidays Programme allows passengers to arrange flights, hotels, and additional services on a single integrated platform.
He expressed the airline’s commitment to promoting Nigeria as a tourist destination, while encouraging visitors to explore the country.
“Last year, we launched a promotional video showcasing Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage and natural beauty, which reached tens of millions of people worldwide. The video, which can be seen on our social media pages, highlights the country’s vibrant cities, stunning landscapes, and warm hospitality,” he added.
He highlighted the airline’s five-year vision to continue to provide exceptional customer experiences and meet the evolving needs of Nigerian passengers, adding that its commitment to delivering personalized service and exceeding customer expectations sets it apart from other airlines.
