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BY Olasunkanmi Akinlotan

United States carrier, Delta Air Lines, has said it will commence a daily service to Lagos from New York from December 1, 2024.

 The airline also announced that its service enhancement to Accra, Ghana, and South Africa is underway as the US airline reinforces its position as the largest US carrier to Africa this winter.

The aircraft made this known through a statement made available to PUNCH.

According to the statement signed by the Senior Vice President of Network Planning, Joe Esposito, the Delta carries more than half a million customers between the US and Africa each year on more than 34 weekly flights.

The statement read in part, “Delta is reinforcing its No. 1 position as the largest U.S. carrier to Africa this winter by relaunching daily service to Lagos, Nigeria (LOS), from New York-JFK on Dec. 1. Fleet enhancements in service to Accra, Ghana (ACC), and South Africa are also underway.

 “These enhancements reflect our dedication to meeting the evolving needs of our customers.”

It added, “We are expanding our options for customers to experience the premium service and elevated hospitality they expect from Delta.”

“Delta currently operates daily service between Atlanta and Lagos and, with the resumption of daily New York-JFK service, will offer a total of 14 weekly flights to Nigeria in December through the first half of January and 10 weekly flights for the remainder of winter 2024.”

Speaking on luxury available to travelers on their aircraft, Esposito further stated that, “the advantages of the customers on this flight will have a choice of Delta One, Delta Premium Select, Delta Comfort+ and Main Cabin experiences on the Airbus A330-200. Once on board, customers in Delta One can look forward to an extensive food and beverage program that includes thoughtfully curated menu options, as well as specialty snacks and premium beer, wine, and spirits.

 “Customers flying in Delta Premium Select will have more space to relax and stretch out, with a wider seat, deeper recline, an adjustable footrest, and leg rest.

 He added,“All customers can enjoy a wide selection of in-flight entertainment options movies, TV series, music, podcasts, and more via Delta Studio. Delta also partners with diverse suppliers worldwide for in-flight products such as artisan-crafted amenity kits and beverages like Thrive Farmers Tea.”