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Responding to the situation, on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, the Chief Executive Officer of Arik, Roy Ilegbodu, bemoaned that this decision was made without warning or consultation.
According to him, this decision has serious repercussions for the airline’s passengers, the airline’s employees, and the Nigerian economy.
He stated: “Our priority has always been to connect people and facilitate commerce, especially on critical domestic routes.
“The grounding of our fleet disrupts these vital services, leaving passengers stranded and inflating already high travel costs.
“This decision hurts everyday Nigerians who rely on our flights for business, family, and essential activities.
“The High Court of the FCT on July 25, 2024 clearly instructed all parties to maintain the status quo. We therefore are perplexed as to the grounding of our fleet, which is an overreach of the ongoing judicial processes and directives of court.
“We believe this action undermines the rule of law and sets a dangerous precedent, prioritising unsecured private interests over the public good and the rights of secured creditors. We are committed to following the legal process and have full faith in the judiciary to resolve these matters fairly.
“Lift the grounding order, and allow us to continue serving the public and supporting the economy. We stand with our passengers and employees during this challenging time and are working tirelessly to resolve this situation. Your support and understanding are greatly appreciated.
“We sincerely regret any inconvenience caused to our esteemed passengers.”
