The Chairman and Founder of Air Peace, Nigeria’s foremost airline and West Africa’s largest carrier, Dr. Allen Ifechukwu Onyema, has beend Conferred with Doctor of Business Administration ( Honoris Causa) by the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) during its 9th Convocation Ceremony.
This distinguished honour, which marked an historic moment, recognized his transformative impact on Nigeria’s aviation sector, his unwavering commitment to national unity, and his remarkable humanitarian efforts.
The honour was not merely an acknowledgment of his business acumen but also a tribute to his dedication to uplifting Nigerians and fostering peace across communities.
In his address, FUOYE’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Abayomi Fasina, lauded Dr. Onyema for his philanthropic endeavours, particularly highlighting his selfless evacuations of Nigerians in distress, his innovative strides in the aviation sector that have elevated Nigeria’s global standard, and his unwavering patriotism in championing national unity.
In his acceptance speech, Dr. Onyema expressed profound gratitude to FUOYE and reiterated his belief in Nigeria’s potential.
He urged students to embrace hard work, integrity, and a spirit of service, emphasizing that education and entrepreneurship remain critical tools for national transformation.
Addressing the challenges within the education sector, he emphasized that education should not rest solely on the shoulders of the Federal Government, noting that the private sector must actively engage through investments, donations, and scholarships to foster academic excellence and innovation.
The convocation also celebrated other distinguished honorees, including former Attorneys General of the Federation and Ministers of Justice, Senator Kanu Agabi, SAN, and Chief Christopher Adebayo Ojo, SAN, as well as Chief Olusegun Alebiosu, Managing Director of First Bank Nigeria.
The grand event brought together dignitaries, academia, and industry leaders who gathered to celebrate Onyema’s legacy of service, innovation, and patriotism.
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