Green Africa Takes Delivery of Second Aircraft, Deepens Fleet Financing Alliance with Access Bank
Green Africa, Lagos-based value airline, has announced the acquisition of its second owned aircraft, marking another major milestone in its fleet expansion strategy.
The newly acquired aircraft, an ATR 72-600 with Manufacturer Serial Number 1064 and registration mark 5N-GAC, will boost capacity across Green Africa’s existing domestic network. The aircraft is scheduled to enter commercial service shortly, subject to customary regulatory approvals.
As with the airline’s first aircraft purchase, Access Bank, provided the naira-denominated debt facility that partly funded the acquisition, further strengthening the asset-financing partnership between both organisations.
Commenting on the development, Founder and CEO of Green Africa, Babawande Afolabi, said the new addition positions the airline for sustainable growth.
“We are excited to welcome our second owned aircraft, 5N-GAC, into the Green Africa fleet. This addition strengthens our foundation for growth and supports our commitment to deliver safe, reliable and affordable air travel to more customers across Nigeria and, in time, the wider African continent”.
Also speaking, Managing Director and CEO of Access Bank, Roosevelt Ogbonna,
reaffirmed the bank’s support for transformational businesses.
“At Access Bank, we are committed to empowering enterprises that drive economic progress and create long-term value. Our continued partnership with Green Africa reflects our confidence in its vision and execution.
“Following the strong performance of the first aircraft acquisition, we are pleased to support this second purchase, which will expand capacity and accelerate the airline’s growth. We remain focused on providing innovative financial solutions that help African businesses scale and contribute meaningfully to development”.
With the addition of 5N-GAC, Green Africa continues to strengthen its operational base and reinforce its mission of making air travel more accessible, efficient and sustainable across Nigeria.