The Chairman of Air Peace, Dr. Allen Onyema has been recognised by the Nigerian Army with the prestigious award for “Outstanding Support/Service to the Nigerian Army” at the 2024 Nigerian Army Day Celebration.
The event which was held at the Maxwell Khobe Cantonment in Jos, Plateau State was attended by the Minister of Defence, Mohammed Abubakar, His Excellency, Governor of Plateau State, Barr Caleb Mutfwang, and the Governor of Taraba state, His Excellency, Agbu Kefas.
Speaking at the event, the Chief of Army Staff of Nigeria, Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, said that the award is in recognition of Onyema’s continuous use of his airline and other enterprises to contribute to the socio-economic development of Nigeria and his outstanding service to the nation and humanity in general.
“When Air Peace was established in 2014, Onyema announced a special initiative, a rebate to support Nigerian military personnel. Officers of the Nigerian military were offered flights at a reduced fare of N10,000.
In 2022, Air Peace further demonstrated its commitment to honouring military personnel by introducing a priority boarding policy for military officers, acknowledging their invaluable service to the country.
“It is our way of saying thank you for all they are doing for the country,” Onyema stated, highlighting his dedication to motivating and supporting the nation’s military.
In September 2023, Onyema pledged to introduce rebates on flight tickets for retired officers of the Nigerian military during his conferment with a Doctor of Management Science Degree by the Nigerian Defence Academy(NDA) at its 33rd Convocation Ceremony in Kaduna.
Onyema’s unwavering support for the Nigerian military and his substantial contributions to Nigeria’s socio-economic development continue to inspire and significantly impact the nation, reflecting his dedication as a Pan-Nigerian nationalist.
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