Air Peace Boss Honored as Industry Trailblazer

Chinedu Eze

Vice President of the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) and Chairman of Air Peace Ltd., Dr. Allen Onyema, has been recognized with the prestigious Aviation Industry Trailblazer for the Decade in the 2024 awards held recently to conclude the International Air Transport Conference in Abuja.

The award, which was presented by Ali Yu Ibrahim, Director of Corporate Services at the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA), celebrates Dr. Onyema’s outstanding contributions to the aviation sector.

 Onyema, who has contributed significantly  in revolutionizing Nigeria’s air transport landscape, was celebrated for his visionary leadership and dedication to improving air travel accessibility, safety, and customer experience in Africa.

Under his stewardship, Air Peace has grown into a leading airline in West Africa, setting benchmarks for operational excellence.

In his acceptance speech, Onyema expressed gratitude for the recognition, emphasizing that it is a testament to his team’s hard work and resilience.

“This award is not just for me; it is for every member of the Air Peace family and for the entire Nigerian aviation industry,” he remarked.

He reiterated his commitment to further advancing the industry, calling for collaboration among stakeholders to address the challenges faced by Nigerian carriers.