By “Emirates employs more than 130 Nigerian nationals across the Emirates group, of which over 60 are employed in Nigeria and not 10 as reported in some local media,” these were the words of an Emirates spokesperson after the news that the airline online employs merely 10 Nigerians broke out.
In a signed press statement made available to BlackBox Nigeria, it was revealed that the airline at all times welcome applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for available vancancies from all nationalities, Nigerians inclusive.
Emirates’ operation also supports many more jobs in Nigeria’s aviation services supply chain such as in ground handling and catering, and brings broader benefits to the Nigerian economy by supporting tourism and trade.
The airline prides itself on its diversity and employs staff from more than 170 countries around the world and connects people from all backgrounds across our international network.
