Imo Air operated by Dana Air has begun recruitment of indigenes as promised by Governor Rochas Okorocha during the launch on January 24.
The airline’s Accountable Manager, Obi Mbanzuo, said: “We have begun recruitment of Imo indigenes and the process will be in batches.
“We intend to keep to our side of the bargain and at the same time try not to over bloat our workforce.
“As you may be aware, Dana Air was selected to manage Imo Air as a result of our consistency, on-time performance, world-class in-flight service, and shrewd managerial style.
“We intend to stick to this style so we can match-up to the operational challenges in the industry.
“Definitely, all qualified candidates will be absorbed and as an airline committed to giving back to the society; we are looking at other areas to impact and contribute our quota.’’
Okorocha said the exercise was a confirmation of the promises made during the launch.
“I am happy about this. People thought we were joking then.
‘’The truth is we want people to visit Imo State for both business and pleasure and going into aviation business was just a perfect business decision.
“Imo is the fastest developing city in Nigeria at the moment. And as you know, tourism and aviation are a perfect combination, one cannot work without the other.”
“We are also monitoring the progress at the Cargo International Airport and hopefully in April or May, we will receive the first cargo plane.”
Source: The Nation