- The U.S. Department of Justice has filed fraud charges against Air Peace CEO Allen Onyema and Chief of Finance/Administration Mrs. Ejiro Eghagha.
- Air Peace emphasized that the charges are part of a lengthy legal process stemming from earlier financial misconduct accusations.
- The airline reiterated that the charges are mere allegations, and the case is currently in court.
- The airline assured the public that its operations would continue without disruption.
Air Peace has issued a statement addressing the recent fraud charges filed by the U.S. Department of Justice against its Chief Executive Officer, Allen Onyema, and Chief of Finance/Administration, Mrs. Ejiro Eghagha.
The airline acknowledged the concerns raised by the public and emphasized that the case is currently under judicial consideration.
In the statement released on Sunday, Air Peace clarified that the charges are part of a protracted legal process linked to earlier allegations of financial misconduct that date back several years.
The airline highlighted that, while the charges have been expanded, they are still mere allegations, and the matter remains in court.
“Our legal team is fully engaged with the matter and is working tirelessly to ensure that justice prevails.” the statement read in part.
Air Peace expressed confidence that, through the legal process, the truth would come to light, leading to the exoneration of both Onyema and Eghagha.
Furthermore, the airline noted that Onyema and his legal team have consistently cooperated with authorities throughout the proceedings.
Air Peace reassured its customers and stakeholders that operations would continue without interruption, maintaining its commitment to providing reliable services.
“We want to assure the public that these legal proceedings will not affect the safety, reliability, or daily operations of Air Peace,” the statement concluded.
In similar news, Nigerian comedian Freedom Atsepoyi, popularly known as Mr Jollof,has publicly called out Air Peace over their persistent flight delays.
In a recent social media post, Mr Jollof voiced his frustration with the airline, questioning who would be responsible for the financial losses incurred due to these delay…