Arik Air is known for offering flights to more than 30 destinations across various Nigerian and West African destinations. This airline was founded in the year 2002 and commenced its operations on 30 October, 2006. It is the largest operator of Nigeria and the national carrier of Sierra Leone. Being headquarters at Arik Air Aviation Center that is located on the grounds of Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Ikeja, Lagos State, it has two hubs located at Murtala Muhammed International Airport and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. Some of the major destinations it flies to include
Abuja, Accra, Asaba, Calabar, JOs, Kano, London, Monrovia,
New York City, Tahoua and many more. Arik Air has also won the Leadership Company of the Year Award 2012.