Air Peace has issued a response to recent reports concerning fraud charges brought by the U.S. Department of Justice against its CEO, Dr. Allen Onyema, and Chief of Finance/Administration, Mrs. Ejiro Eghagha.
In its statement, the airline emphasized its commitment to transparency and integrity, while also noting that it is thoroughly reviewing the allegations. Air Peace urged the public to refrain from making assumptions and await the outcome of the ongoing legal proceedings. The airline also reiterated that the case is currently in court and will follow due process as required.
“We understand that this may have raised concerns, and we wish to address these report directly.
“These charges levelled against our post-holders are part of an extended legal process stemming from earlier accusations of financial misdeeds that date back several years,” the airline stated.
It said that, while the charges had been expanded, it would be essential to emphasise that they were mere allegations and the case still in court....Read Full Article [Click Here>]
“Our legal team is fully engaged with the matter and is working tirelessly to ensure that justice prevails.
“We remain confident that, through due process, the truth will be revealed and our CEO and co-defendant will be exonerated,” it added.
It said that Onyema and his legal team had consistently cooperated with authorities throughout the process.
It also said that Air Peace had continued to operate without disruption, upholding its commitment to effective services.
“We want to re-assure the public that these legal proceedings will not impact the safety, reliability or day-to-day operations of Air Peace,” it said.
