In a major boost for Nigeria’s aviation industry, Boeing one of the world’s biggest and most respected aircraft manufacturers has officially partnered with the Nigerian government to establish a state of the art aircraft maintenance centre right here in Nigeria.
This groundbreaking project will be the first Boeing backed maintenance facility in Africa, marking a historic milestone for the continent.
For years, Nigerian airlines have spent huge amounts of money transporting their aircraft abroad for repairs, servicing, and major maintenance. According to officials, Nigeria spends about $200 million annually on aircraft maintenance in other countries.
But that era is about to change
With this new facility, airlines will be able to repair, service, and maintain their planes locally, saving massive costs, creating jobs, improving efficiency, and boosting the overall capacity of the aviation sector.
This project is not just an investment, it’s a transformation. And it positions Nigeria as a major aviation hub in Africa.
Big win for the country.
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