NFF announces ValueJet as official Airline for national teams

Posted : 16 March 2025

Fast-growing Nigerian airline, ValueJet, has signed a partnership agreement with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) as the Official Airline of the NFF and the National Teams, pledging to fly the teams to greater heights as they pursue continental and global laurels.

At a ceremony held at the Remo Stars Sports Institute in Ikenne-Remo, the Chief Executive Officer/Accountable Manager of ValueJet, Capt. Omololu Majekodunmi, expressed the airline’s delight in becoming an official partner of Nigerian football. He emphasized the company’s commitment to ensuring the comfortable movement and timely presence of the National Teams at major international matches and championships.

“We are pleased with 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 supporting sports development in Nigeria. It includes a range of collaborative efforts designed to promote the game’s growth across the country, from grassroots programs to high-profile matches.”

Majekodunmi added that the airline aims to create new opportunities for football managers, stakeholders, and enthusiasts by offering innovative travel packages, fan engagement campaigns, and community-driven initiatives that highlight the spirit of the beautiful game.

“Our expanding network and focus on customer satisfaction will help ensure that the National Teams travel efficiently and in absolute comfort, reflecting the high standards that both our organizations are known for.”

The Chairman of the NFF Marketing and Sponsorship Committee, Alhaji Sharif Rabiu Inuwa, who represented NFF President Ibrahim Musa Gusau, stated that the football-governing body is pleased to officially partner with ValueJet, especially since the Super Eagles have already been benefiting from the airline’s services for over a year.

“I am happy that we have formally consummated this partnership. However, 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 pleased that this relationship has now been sealed.

“Our two organizations agree that Nigerian football should be on a higher pedestal both at home and internationally, and ValueJet is committed to supporting the NFF in elevating the game to new heights.”

NFF General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, praised ValueJet for the professionalism, diligence, and sincerity of its management and staff, particularly during the unfortunate incident in Libya in October 2024, when the Super Eagles were detained by Libyan authorities during a 2025 AFCON qualifying match.

Also present at the ceremony were NFF Executive Committee Member Timothy Magaji; ValueJet’s Chief Commercial Officer, Trevor Henry; Consultant, Alh. Sadiq Ahmed; NFF’s Director of Media & Communications, Dr. Ademola Olajire; NFF Technical Director, Coach Augustine Eguavoen; Director of Finance & Administration, Paulinus Anameje; NFF Internal Auditor, Mr. Matthew Iyere; Director of Marketing, Alizor Chuks; Head of International Competitions, Dayo Enebi Achor; and ValueJet’s Marketing Lead, Uchechi Achomadu.

NFF announces ValueJet as official Airline for national teams

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