Green Africa, Nigeria’s Lagos-based value airline, has announced the acquisition of its very first owned aircraft.
The incoming aircraft, an ATR 72-500 with manufacturer’s serial number 852 and registration mark 5N-GAB, is expected to enter into service shortly after customary regulatory approvals.
Access Bank, one of the largest banks in Nigeria and on the continent, provided a Naira debt
facility to partly fund the aircraft acquisition.
Founder and CEO of Green Africa, Babawande Afolabi, said: “We are pleased to
acquire our very first aircraft, another significant milestone for Green Africa. This
incoming aircraft will be pivotal as we thoughtfully navigate the next phase of our
journey to bring safe, affordable and reliable air travel to a broader group of
customers in the region.”
Managing Director and CEO of Access Bank, Roosevelt Ogbonna, also commented that as one of the largest and leading financial institutions on the continent, Access Bank
takes special pride in supporting young businesses that have the potential to redefine
their industries and act as major catalysts for positive impact in their local market and
on the continent at large.
“We are impressed with the Green Africa story and excited about the brand’s future trajectory. We are delighted to support the acquisition of Green Africa’s very first owned aircraft,” Ogbonna said.
Green Africa was launched against the backdrop of COVID-19 and entered revenue
service in 2021. Green Africa has since established a strong presence in the domestic
market as one of the industry’s most affordable and punctual airlines.
Green Africa is committed to providing customers safe, reliable, and affordable air travel. Founded with a mission to use the power of air travel to create a better future, Green Africa continues to make the dream of air travel possible for a broader group of customers. Since launching the service in 2021, the Carrier has become known and recognised for its strong track record in on-time performance and affordability. Over the coming decade, Green Africa aims to connect Nigeria better, open up the West African seaboard, and be a significant contributor to economic development on the continent.
