The chairman of Air Peace, Mr Allen Onyema has donated N50 million to support the Defence and Police Officers’ Wives Association (DEPOWA) College Project.
He made the donation fundraising and groundbreaking ceremony of the school held at the Armed Forces Officers Mess, Maitama, Abuja.
Spokesman for the airline, Dr Ejike Ndiulo said in a statement that Onyema, who served as a co-launcher of the project, used the occasion to emphasise on the importance of unity, empowerment, and nation-building.
He applauded the college for being an agent of a transformative initiative that goes beyond physical infrastructure, saying it is “a beacon of hope and a strategic investment in the future of Nigeria’s children—particularly those from families of military and police personnel.”
He added: “This is not just about bricks and mortar; it is about shaping the minds of young Nigerians who will become leaders, innovators, and agents of positive change.
“As we lay the first stone of the DEPOWA College, we must understand that we are building a brighter tomorrow—one that empowers our youth to create solutions, inspire others, and contribute meaningfully to our nation and the world.”
Onyema commended DEPOWA’s longstanding impact in supporting service members’ families through education, skills development and humanitarian programs, adding that the college will be equipped with modern classrooms, vocational centre, science labs, and creative workshops to prepare students for 21st-century challenges.
“No matter how little, every contribution counts. This project is a legacy we are all building together.
“We at Air Peace are fully aware of the immense sacrifices made daily by the men and women of the Nigerian Armed Forces. This is our way of giving back to the families of these national heroes,” he said while announcing the monetary support on behalf of Air Peace and called on other Nigerians to follow suit.
“Let this project remind us that we all have a role to play in building Nigeria. Together, we can make a difference. Together, we can turn this dream into a lasting reality,” he stated.
In her remarks, the president of DEPOWA, Mrs. Oghogho Gwabin Musa, expressed appreciation for the donation, describing it as “timely and deeply symbolic.”
“Dr. Onyema has again shown that true patriotism lies in action. His support is a shining example of what corporate responsibility should look like in Nigeria,” she said.
