Nigeria’s largest carrier, Air Peace, has announced the creation of 1,000 jobs for fresh graduates through its 2025/2026 Graduate Trainee Programme, describing the move as a direct reciprocation of the Federal Government’s suspension of the 4% Free on Board (FOB) levy on imports.
The Chairman of Air Peace, Dr. Allen Ifechukwu Onyema, applauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, for what he called a bold intervention that protected millions of jobs nationwide.
“Just as the government has acted to protect jobs and support businesses, Air Peace is reciprocating this kind gesture by creating 1,000 fresh graduate jobs. If further supportive measures like this come from the Federal Government, I can assure you that thousands more jobs will be created in the aviation sector. This is how partnerships between government and the private sector can transform a nation,” Dr. Onyema stated.
He emphasised that the suspension of the levy was a lifeline for the aviation industry, which he said operates under unique global cost structures that could have otherwise crippled airlines and triggered massive job losses.
According to the airline, the Graduate Trainee Programme is designed to equip young Nigerians with skills, exposure, and mentorship to thrive in aviation and allied industries while building a pipeline of competent professionals to sustain sectoral growth.
The programme requires applicants to be under 30 years of age, hold a minimum of Second Class Lower degree from an accredited university, and present an NYSC Discharge, Exclusion or Exemption Certificate. Candidates must also demonstrate passion, adaptability and a strong willingness to learn.
Interested applicants can apply through the airline’s official portal at https://flyairpeace.com/graduate-trainee-program/or by scanning the QR code on the flier. Registration has already commenced and will close on the 30th of this month.
Air Peace noted that by aligning with the Federal Government’s job-sustaining policies, it was not only empowering youths but also reaffirming its leadership role in nation-building, human capital development and the transformation of Nigeria’s aviation sector.
Faridah Abdulkadiri
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