Air Peace, has officially broken ground on its state-of-the-art Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, anticipating 50,000 employment generation.
The project, which will occupy 34,000 square meters of land, is expected to revolutionise Nigeria’s aviation sector, curb capital flight, and position the nation as a continental hub for aircraft maintenance.
The MRO facility will feature a 6,200sqm hangar, a 2,000sqm warehouse, a 2,600sqm workshop, a 1,500sqm office building, and a 10,000sqm apron for aircraft parking. The facility is projected to generate over 50,000 direct and indirect jobs, train a new generation of engineers and technicians, and significantly reduce capital flight.
Air Peace Chairman and CEO, Dr. Allen Onyema, described the event as the fulfilment of a nine-year dream, made possible by the support of President Bola Tinubu and the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo. Onyema underscored the economic significance of the project, noting that Nigerian airlines spent over $180 billion last year on overseas maintenance and spare parts.
The Minister of Aviation hailed the project as a “national treasure” that will save Nigeria billions in foreign exchange, attract foreign airlines, and create unprecedented opportunities for Nigerians.
Technical support for the facility will be provided by Embraer of Brazil, ensuring global-standard operations.
The MRO facility is expected to be completed within 24 months, after which it will service not only Air Peace aircraft but also those of other Nigerian and international airlines.
With this project, Air Peace is reaffirming its commitment to national growth, job creation, and youth empowerment.