The Chairman of Air Peace Ltd., Dr Allen Onyema, has lauded President Bola Tinubu’s efforts in transforming Nigeria’s aviation industry.
Onyema made the commendation at the Air Peace Airline’s 10th anniversary in Lagos, according to a statement. He said that the President had been intentional about bringing long-lasting changes aimed at making air travel friendly and convenient.
According to Onyema, the industry has experienced leaps. He added that the competitiveness of Nigerian airlines had increased since the appointment of Mr Festus Keyamo (SAN) as the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development.
“Now, you must have noticed some changes in the aviation industry in the last one year. I want to use this opportunity to thank President Bola Tinubu for creating a platform through the instrumentality of his appointment of Keyamo as Minister of Aviation. The appointment of Keyamo has given rise to transformation of the aviation industry,” he said.
Onyema said that there had been a high mortality rate of airlines in the country, blaming it on disconnect between policymakers and business owners in the industry. “We have a minister who came onboard and surprised all of us. One thing he has done very well is that he listens, and this minister has no agenda for his self-interest, he takes a decision and follows it through.
“When he signed the Cape Town Convention, he was not doing it for any particular person. He was doing it for the entire aviation industry, and I am sure, starting from next year, airlines in Nigeria will start accessing dry lease,” he said.
Onyema, whose airline has lifted over 24 million passengers since inception expressed gratitude to Nigerians. According to him, Air Peace is a national project owned by Nigerians. “Look at the faces of thousands of Nigerians this airline has provided a platform for, enabling them to earn a livelihood and support their families,” he said.
Onyema pledged the airline’s commitment to delivering excellent services, while thanking customers for support.
Source: NAN
