The Vice President of Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON), Dr. Allen Onyema, has been recognized with the prestigious Aviation Industry Trailblazer for the Decade, 2024 award at the recently concluded International Air Transport Conference in Abuja.
The award, presented by the Director of Corporate Services at the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA), Ali Yu Ibrahim
acknowledged Onyema’s outstanding contributions to the aviation sector.
Onyema, who coincidentally is the Chairman of Air Peace airline has been instrumental 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.
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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.
According to Onyema:“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 reiterated his commitment to further advancing the industry, calling for collaboration among stakeholders to address the challenges faced by Nigerian carriers.
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