Air Peace, the biggest airline in Nigeria, has stated that its 2025–2026 Graduate Trainee Program will create 1,000 new jobs for recent graduates.
The airline claims that this change is a direct reaction to the Federal Government’s recent decision to suspend the 4% Free on Board tax on imported items.
Manufacturers, importers, and customs officials were outraged by the FOB fee because they believed it would increase the nation’s inflation rate.
Wale Edun, the Finance Minister and Corresponding Minister for Economy, concurred that the Customs-imposed fee presented threats to Nigeria’s business environment, economic stability, and trade facilitation.
According to Edun, the suspension came after manufacturers, importers, and clearing agents voiced broad concerns that the fee would aggravate inflation, reduce trade competitiveness, and deter investment.
In a statement announcing the effort on Wednesday, Allen Onyema, chairman of Air Peace, praised Edun and President Bola Tinubu for their proactive leadership in resolving the concerns of stakeholders in the nation’s vital sectors.
The airline’s boss said, “This suspension is a lifeline for the aviation industry. It removes 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.”
Explaining the employment opportunity, Onyema said 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.
He stated, “It serves as a strategic pipeline for building a competent, future-ready workforce to support the continued growth of the sector.”
