Overland Airways to serve as official carrier of Itsekiri Global Homecoming

Overland Airways has been appointed as the Official Airline Carrier by the organisers of the Itsekiri Global Homecoming scheduled for August 16 and 22, 2026.

The Itsekiri Global Homecoming, which also features activities marking the 5th anniversary of the coronation of the Olu of Warri, His Majesty Ogiame Atuwase III, is billed as the premier gathering of sons, daughters and friends of the Itsekiri nation from Nigeria and the diaspora.

Chief Executive Officer of Overland Airways, Captain Edward Boyo, who is a prominent Itsekiri, made this known to PortNews in Lagos.

Captain Edward Boyo disclosed that as the Official Carrier of the Itsekiri Global Homecoming, Overland Airways is offering discounted fares to Osubi Airport from Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos as customers can book flight reservations on its website.

“Overland Airways is committed to providing reliable air services to our customers across the communities that we operate,” added Capt. Boyo.

Boyo who congratulated His Majesty Ogiame Atuwase III on the 5th anniversary, said  “The management and staff of Overland Airways congratulate His Majesty Ogiame Atuwase III on the 5th anniversary of ascending the throne of his fathers and join the millions of Itsekiri worldwide to pray for health, peace and prosperity during his reign. Overland Airways is proud to be associated with the Itsekiri Global Homecoming. This celebration aligns with Overland Airways commitment over the past 24 years of its existence to provide air connectivity and promote economic, cultural and trade relations within the communities we serve.”

It would be recalled that Overland Airways pioneered the restart of airline services to the Osubi Airport in 2025 with the deployment of our brand-new Embraer 175 aircraft, and has continued to offer customer-centric services to Warri and neighbouring communities.

Overland Airways has evolved from an all-turboprop fleet to a mixed fleet with the introduction of brand-new Embraer E175 jets and is committed to connecting people, cultures and communities through safe, reliable and affordable air travel.

Overland Airways is an airline company registered to operate charter and scheduled passenger and cargo flights. The airline commenced operations in 2002 with the aim of increasing the prosperity of the Nigerian hinterland by facilitating the transportation of businessmen, investors, government officials and indigenes from one point to another and till date, is the pride of Nigeria in the airline industry.