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Air Peace Nigeria, on Wednesday said it has commenced the process of creating 1,000 new jobs for fresh graduates through its 2025/2026 Graduate Trainee Programme.
The airline maintained that the decision to embark on the employment was as a result of the Federal Government’s recent decision to suspend the 4 per cent Free on Board levy on imported goods.
The FOB levy caused outcry among manufacturers, importers, and customs agents over claims that the new levy would worsen inflation in the country.
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for Economy, Wale Edun, ascertained that the levy, introduced by Customs, posed risks to trade facilitation, economic stability, and Nigeria’s business climate.
He noted that the suspension followed widespread concerns raised by manufacturers, importers, and clearing agents, who argued that the levy would worsen inflation, erode trade competitiveness, and dampen the investment climate.
Chairman of Air Peace, Allen Onyema, who announced the initiative in a statement on Wednesday, commended President Bola Tinubu and Edun for their responsive leadership in addressing the concerns of stakeholders across critical sectors in the country.
According to Onyema, the suspension was a lifeline for the aviation industry, while it would remove a heavy burden that could have crippled airlines and triggered massive job losses.
“In turn, Air Peace is reciprocating this kind gesture by creating 1,000 fresh graduate jobs for young Nigerians. The move exemplifies how government-private sector synergy can drive meaningful economic impact.
“If further supportive measures like this come from the Federal Government, I can assure you that thousand more jobs will be created in the aviation sector. This is how partnerships can transform a nation.
“The Graduate Trainee Programme is aimed at equipping young Nigerian graduates with essential skills, mentorship, and practical exposure to thrive in aviation and related industries.
“It serves as a strategic pipeline for building a competent, future-ready workforce to support the continued growth of the sector.”
“Applicants must be “30 years old or younger at the time of application with a minimum of Second Class Lower (2:2) in any discipline from a recognised university,
“The candidate must also be in possession of a NYSC discharge certificate, exclusion, or exemption letter and must demonstrate passion, adaptability, and a strong desire to learn,” Air Peace said.
It further said interested applicants can apply through https://flyairpeace.com/graduate-trainee-program/ and alternatively, candidates may scan the QR code on the official programme flier while application closes September 30, 2025.
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it’s a welcome development.