The incoming aircraft, an ATR 72-600 with manufacturer’s serial number 1064 and registration mark 5N-GAC, will help Green Africa increase capacity on its existing routes across the country.

The aircraft is expected to enter into service shortly after customary regulatory approvals. As with the carrier’s first aircraft acquisition, Access Bank, one of the largest financial institutions on the continent, provided the naira debt facility to partly fund this strategic fleet expansion.

Babawande Afolabi, founder & CEO of Green Africa, said:

“We are delighted to welcome our second owned aircraft (5N-GAC) to the fleet. The addition of 5N-GAC will help strengthen a sustainable foundation for Green Africa to grow and deliver on its promise to provide safe, reliable, and affordable air travel to a broader group of customers in the country and across the continent at scale.”

Roosevelt Ogbonna, managing director / CEO of Access Bank, commented:

“At Access Bank, we are committed to empowering businesses that drive economic progress and create long-term value for society. Our partnership with Green Africa reflects our confidence in visionary enterprises that are transforming critical sectors of the economy. Following the strong performance of Green Africa’s first aircraft acquisition, we are proud to extend our support for this second aircraft, which will further enhance capacity and accelerate growth. We remain steadfast in our mission to provide innovative financial solutions that enable businesses to scale, thrive, and contribute meaningfully to Africa’s development.”

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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.

Commenting on the development, Babawande Afolabi, founder & CEO of Green Africa, 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.”

Roosevelt Ogbonna, the managing director / CEO of Access Bank, commented:

“As one of the largest and leading financial institutions on the continent, we at Access Bank take 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.”

The airline was launched against the backdrop of COVID-19 and entered revenue service in 2021. It has since established a strong presence in the domestic market as one of the most affordable and punctual airlines in the industry.

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Despite efforts to manage the situation and prevent disruptions, the airline, according to Punch report, confirmed that flights will remain grounded until after the Eid al-Fitr holidays.

In a statement addressing customers on Monday, the airline expressed regret over the inconvenience and assured passengers that it is actively working to resolve the issue as soon as possible.

“We sincerely apologise to our valued customers who will be impacted by this disruption.

“Please rest assured that we are actively working towards ensuring that we are able to resume operations in very short order”, the airline said.

While Green Africa did not disclose specific details about the issue with its lessor, it reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and customer service.

The airline advised affected passengers to stay updated through its official communication channels.

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