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67 Years in the Sky: Sanusi Lauds AMCON, urges FG to protect Aero Contractors as “National Treasure”

Posted on October 5, 2026October 5, 2026 by Wole Shadare

The Managing Director of Aero Contractors, Capt. Ado Sanusi, has paid a glowing tribute to the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON), crediting the debt recovery agency with saving Nigeria’s oldest airline from total collapse during its lowest point in 2016. Speaking in his keynote address to mark the airline’s 67th anniversary, Sanusi recalled how AMCON stepped in, acquired a majority stake, and gave the carrier a vital lifeline. He expressed deep gratitude to the…

Exit Aero Contractors Now, NUATE Tells AMCON

Posted on April 30, 2026April 30, 2026 by Wole Shadare

The National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE) has escalated its long-standing grievances over the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) ‘s oversight of Aero Contractors. In a circular issued on Thursday, NUATE President Ben Nnabue raised several critical alarms regarding the airline’s stability and future under the current receivership model. The union’s latest intervention highlights a deepening rift between the workers and the corporation. Nnabue accused AMCON of refusing to provide the capital injections…

Aero Contractors Showcases Upgraded MRO Capabilities at Aviation Africa Summit

Posted on September 15, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Nigeria’s oldest aviation company, Aero Contractors, made a strong statement at the just-concluded Aviation Africa Summit and Exhibition in Kigali, Rwanda, by showcasing its upgraded and expanding Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) capabilities. The summit, which drew industry leaders, airlines, regulators, and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) from across the continent, provided a platform for Aero to demonstrate how its MRO division is positioning itself as a trusted partner for airlines seeking efficient, reliable, and Africa-based…

Aero slashes fares on all routes to N80,000, eyes investors

Posted on December 3, 2024December 3, 2024 by Wole Shadare

Carrier sees 14% profit, reduces salary liabilities by 30% Nigeria’s oldest airline, Aero Contractors has slashed airfares for the festive season to N80,000 from over N110,000 airfares currently going for to many destinations in the country. Speaking to journalists at a media briefing at the airline’s office at the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos on Tuesday, the Managing Director of the airline, Capt Ado Sanusi said the idea was to give back to customers during…

Runway incursion: Aero Contractors cooperating with aviation agencies

Posted on November 13, 2023 by Wole Shadare

Aero Contractors, Nigeria’s oldest aviation company is cooperating with the relevant agencies following a runway incursion at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja this afternoon. All passengers were safely evacuated through a controlled disembarkation. Flight NG 119 with a registered Boeing 737 aircraft 5N-BYQ from Lagos to Abuja had a total of 133 passengers on board. The Managing Director of Aero Contractors, Capt. Ado Sanusi said, “We apologise for the inconveniences caused to our…