The Chief Executive Officer of Air Peace, Allen Onyema, has called on the federal government to eliminate the numerous charges imposed on the aviation sector. Onyema made this appeal during a briefing with state house correspondents after meeting with Vice-President Kashim Shettima at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Tuesday.
Onyema expressed optimism that the current administration would respond to the concerns raised by industry stakeholders. He highlighted the challenges faced by the aviation sector, particularly since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, which disrupted global supply chains and created widespread difficulties for airlines.
“Aviation all over the world has been a turbulent arena after the COVID-19 pandemic because of the supply chain issues,” Onyema stated. He pointed out that while these challenges are not unique to Nigeria, the Nigerian government has been attentive to the sector’s needs and is actively working to restore ease of business within the industry.
Onyema expressed his gratitude to the government for its willingness to engage with stakeholders and listen to their concerns. “We are here to also thank the government because they have been giving us listening ears, and we want more of that to make sure all those numerous charges we face are removed,” he added, emphasizing his confidence that the government would take action to address the issue.
The Air Peace CEO further noted that his meeting with the Vice-President reinforced his belief that the administration is committed to enhancing the business environment for the aviation sector. “I have just had a session with the Vice-President, and everything he said is that the government is actually promoting the ease of doing business,” Onyema remarked.
Onyema’s appeal underscores the aviation sector’s ongoing challenges and the need for government support to alleviate the financial burdens faced by operators. As airlines continue to navigate post-pandemic recovery, removing excessive charges could play a significant role in stabilizing the industry and ensuring sustainable growth.
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