FG Names, Unveils National Carrier

Making the name public, the Minister of State for Aviation, who also unveiled the logo explained that, “this will be a National Carrier that is Private sector-led and driven.

“It is a business, not a social service. Government will not be involved in running it or deciding who runs it.

“The investors will have full responsibility for this.

“The Nigerian Government will not own more than 5% (maximum) of the new National Carrier.

“Government will not be involved in running it or deciding who runs it.

“We’ve been talking to Airbus and Boeing (and they’re present at this event) regarding the aircraft and we will be making announcements very soon.

“We are currently negotiating,” he said.