Air Peace and its Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Dr Allen Onyema, have received two major honours at the 2026 Nigeria’s Pride Awards in recognition of their contributions to Nigeria’s aviation industry, employment generation, international connectivity and humanitarian services.
The airline was named “Best Airline of the Decade”, while Onyema received the “Outstanding Responsible Corporate Citizen of the Decade” award at a ceremony held on November 10, 2026, at the Grand Hall of Barcelona Hotel in Abuja.
The awards were organised by the First Green White Resource Centre (FGWRC), publishers of African Leadership Scorecard Magazine, Nationwide Reports and The Beauties of Nigeria TV.
According to the organisers, Air Peace was recognised for its expansion into a major Nigerian airline, investments in aviation infrastructure, job creation and human capital development, as well as efforts to strengthen international air connectivity.
The organisers also cited the airline’s humanitarian interventions, including the evacuation of Nigerians during crises, support for sporting activities and contributions to national causes.
They highlighted Air Peace’s role in increasing competition within the aviation industry and providing travellers with more affordable options on international routes.
Onyema’s individual award, meanwhile, recognised his leadership in the airline’s development and his contributions to corporate social responsibility and national development.
The organisers said his efforts reflected a commitment to building an indigenous aviation business while supporting initiatives aimed at improving the welfare of Nigerians.
Speaking during the presentation, Founder and Organiser of Nigeria’s Pride Awards, Bonaventure Phillips Melah, commended Onyema for his leadership and the airline’s contribution to Nigeria’s aviation sector.
Melah praised Air Peace’s investments in aviation infrastructure and employment opportunities, describing its expansion into international markets as an important contribution to the development of Nigerian aviation.
He also acknowledged the airline’s humanitarian activities and support for Nigerians during periods of crisis.
Receiving the awards on behalf of Onyema and Air Peace, the airline’s spokesperson, Osifo-Whiskey Efeoghene, expressed appreciation to FGWRC and the organising committee for the recognition.
Efeoghene said the honours reflected Onyema’s vision of establishing a Nigerian airline with a strong commitment to national development and service to the public.
He also attributed the recognition to the dedication of Air Peace employees, whose efforts, he said, had supported the airline’s growth and its ability to connect communities within Nigeria and beyond.
According to him, the awards would further encourage the airline to sustain its investments in aviation, expand opportunities for Nigerians and strengthen its contribution to the country’s economic development.
The recognition comes as Air Peace continues to develop its domestic, regional and international operations, with an emphasis on improving connectivity and expanding its presence in the aviation market.
The airline has also positioned humanitarian assistance and support for national initiatives among its corporate responsibilities, activities acknowledged by the awards organisers.
Nigeria’s Pride Awards is an initiative that recognises individuals and organisations whose leadership, achievements and service contribute to national development, peace, unity and human welfare.
The double recognition places both Onyema and Air Peace among the individuals and organisations honoured by the initiative in 2026 for their contributions to Nigeria’s development.
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