The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), at the weekend, in Ikenne, Ogun State, signed an agreement with Valuejet Airlines, which makes the firm the official airline of the federation and the national teams.
The partnership means that Valuejet will fly the national teams to all their continental and global events.
At a ceremony at the Remo Stars Sports Institute, Ikenne-Remo, the Chief Executive Officer/Accountable Manager of ValueJet, Capt. Omololu Majekodunmi, said that the airline is delighted to become an official partner of Nigeria football, and is determined to work towards ensuring comfortable movement and timely presence of the national teams at major international matches and championships.
“We are happy at this historic development. Nigerian football has a storied history and a passionate fan base. By joining forces with the NFF, we intend to bring fresh energy to the game and provide seamless travel solutions for our national teams as they compete at home and abroad.”
“This partnership underscores our commitment, as an institution, to keep supporting sports development in Nigeria, as it features a range of collaborative efforts designed to promote the game’s growth across the country, from grass programmes to high-profile matches.”
Majekodunmi added that the airline aims to create new opportunities for football managers, stakeholders, and enthusiasts, offering innovative travel packages, fan engagement campaigns, and community-driven initiatives that underscore the spirit of the beautiful game. “Our expanding network and focus on customer satisfaction will help ensure the National Teams travel efficiently and in absolute comfort, reflecting the excellent standards that both our establishments are known for.”
The Chairman of NFF Marketing and Sponsorship Committee, Alhaji Sharif Rabiu Inuwa, who stood in for the President of NFF, Ibrahim Musa Gusau, stated that the football-governing body is pleased to officially associate with ValueJet, even as the Super Eagles have been enjoying the airline’s services for more than a year.
“I am happy that we have formally consummated this partnership, though unofficially, ValueJet has been providing excellent services to the Super Eagles by flying them to away matches for about 16 months now. Players and officials have commended their general operations and the NFF is happy that this relationship has now been sealed.
“Our two organisations agreed that Nigeria football should be on a higher pedestal at home and internationally, and ValueJet is willing to support the NFF in taking the game to new heights.”
