Air Peace says it has elevated two of its senior first officers, Obinna Okeke and Adedamola Adeoye, to the rank of captain in its Boeing 737 fleet.

This was made known through a statement signed by the Head of Corporate Communications of the airline, Ejike Ndiulo, on Monday.

The officers were said to have logged over 4,000 hours of flying on the Boeing 737, a clear indication of their experience, technical skill, and readiness for the leap.

The event, which saw the officers decorated by the Chairman of the airline, Dr. Allen Onyema, and the Chief Operating Officer, Mrs Oluwatoyin Olajide, also saw the attendance of families and other industry professionals.

Captain Adeoye, who joined Air Peace from flight school in 2016, and Captain Okeke, who joined in 2018, described the moment as the most defining day of their careers.

Speaking at the event, the chairman of the airline praised the captains for reaching this major career milestone and commended their trainers for the crucial role they played in shaping disciplined and safety-conscious aviators.

He underscored Air Peace’s firm stance on safety, reiterating that the airline values sound judgement over bravado.

He also challenged the new captains to aspire for more beyond the cockpit.

“In Air Peace, we don’t need overzealous decisions. We don’t need heroes. We need you alive,” Dr. Onyema said.

He continued, “Your friends and families need you alive, so don’t go into dangerous areas just to be known as a hero. Stick to the operational procedures and always follow through with your safety manuals.

“The sky is not your limit—it’s your foundation. You must think ahead and work with a sense of purpose, not just for the airline, but for your families and for the greater good of Nigeria.”

Onyema, however, advised the captains to lead with character and conviction, remaining true to the values that define Air Peace.