Meet Oluwatoyin Olajide: A ‘First Class’ Air Peace COO
Meet Oluwatoyin Olajide: A ‘First Class’ Air Peace COO
By Alabidun Shuaib AbdulRahman
In the bustling world of aviation, Oluwatoyin Olajide stands out as a driving force behind Air Peace’s remarkable success. As the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Nigeria’s premier airline, Oluwatoyin plays a pivotal role in steering the company’s day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency and excellence at every turn.
INCNews247 believes Oluwatoyin’s journey to prominence within Air Peace is nothing short of inspiring. Armed with a First Class Honours degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Lagos, with over 20 airline industry professional certificates in her kitty.
She embarked on her career at the airline in 2014, initially serving as the head of safety. Recognizing her exceptional talents and leadership potential, the company swiftly promoted her to the CEO/COO position later that same year.
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Under Oluwatoyin’s astute guidance, Air Peace has experienced exponential growth, solidifying its position as the largest airline in West Africa. Her strategic vision and unwavering dedication have been instrumental in driving the airline’s expansion, propelling it to new heights of success.
Despite linguistic barriers between herself being of Yoruba descent and Chairman Allen Onyema of Ibos, Oluwatoyin’s competence transcends language, highlighting the company’s believed commitment to meritocracy and inclusivity. Her appointment as COO underscores Onyema’s visionary leadership and dedication to empowering capable individuals, regardless of background or ethnicity.
Beyond her corporate responsibilities, Oluwatoyin is a champion of cultural representation within Air Peace. Her initiative to introduce the iconic Isiagu attire as part of the airline’s uniform reflects her deep-rooted commitment to celebrating Nigeria’s rich heritage and identity on a global stage.
As Oluwatoyin Olajide continues to lead Air Peace with passion and purpose, INCNews247 celeberates her, believing her invaluable contributions serve as a beacon of inspiration for aspiring leaders and women in the aviation industry and beyond.