Air Peace Chairman Accepts NCAA Sanctions, Pledges Compliance with Aviation Regulations
Lagos, Nigeria — The Chairman of Air Peace, Allen Onyema, has accepted sanctions imposed on his airline by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) following violations of consumer protection regulations. Onyema acknowledged the infractions by his staff and pledged to ensure compliance moving forward.
The NCAA announced enforcement actions against five airlines, including Air Peace, for breaching provisions of Part 19 of the NCAA Regulations 2023. The development was disclosed by the NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, in a statement on his official X (formerly Twitter) account.
“Earlier today, I notified five airlines that the NCAA has initiated enforcement actions against the operators for violation of various consumer protection regulations,” Achimugu wrote.
Onyema Responds to Violations
On Friday, Acting Director-General of the NCAA, Chris Najomo, provided an update on the issue, revealing that Onyema publicly acknowledged the enforcement actions.
“The Chairman of Air Peace, Allen Onyema, stated that he has witnessed some of the infractions by his staff and has cautioned them to ensure compliance with the Authority’s regulations, particularly regarding refunds within the stipulated timeframe,” Najomo posted on X.
Onyema emphasized his support for the NCAA’s actions, admitting, “I will always acknowledge it where the fault is ours. This shows that the NCAA knows what they are doing.”
NCAA Takes Stronger Stance
Najomo underscored the significance of the enforcement, noting that this marks the first time in over a decade that the NCAA’s Consumer Protection Department has sanctioned airlines for such violations.
“It will no longer be business as usual as we continue to protect both airlines and passengers as impartial umpires,” Najomo said.
He commended Onyema for his cooperation and assured the public of continued efforts to safeguard passenger rights.
Broader Compliance Efforts
In related news, Ethiopian Airlines also confirmed its readiness to comply with NCAA regulations following a similar enforcement notification. The airline pledged to submit a compliance report promptly.
The NCAA’s actions come amid growing calls for stricter oversight in Nigeria’s aviation sector, reinforcing its commitment to ensuring accountability and protecting consumer rights.
