The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially announced a landmark partnership with ValueJet, naming the airline as the official carrier of the Super Eagles in a five-year deal.
The agreement was formalised at a signing ceremony attended by key dignitaries from both organisations, marking a major milestone for ValueJet, which has built a reputation for efficiency and timeliness in air travel.
Speaking at the event, the Chairman of the NFF Marketing and Sponsorship Committee, Alhaji Sharif Rabiu Inuwa—who represented NFF President Ibrahim Musa Gusau—expressed the federation’s delight in solidifying its association with ValueJet.
“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,” Inuwa said.
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He further emphasised the shared vision between the NFF and ValueJet, stating, “Our two organisations agree that Nigerian football should be on a higher pedestal both locally and internationally, and ValueJet is willing to support the NFF in taking the game to new heights.”
A huge partnership between the NFF and private airline ValueJet.
ValueJet is now the official airline of the Super Eagles of Nigeria. pic.twitter.com/AKt6XQmaik
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As part of the partnership, ValueJet now assumes the role of an official sponsor of the NFF, further strengthening its support for Nigerian football at various levels. The airline’s involvement is expected to enhance travel logistics for national teams, ensuring seamless movement for players, officials, and stakeholders during international and domestic assignments.
ValueJet’s Chief Executive Officer and Accountable Manager, Capt. Omololu Majekodunmi, expressed the airline’s commitment to the partnership and its role in ensuring smooth travel for Nigeria’s national teams.
“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,” Majekodunmi stated.
He further reiterated ValueJet’s dedication to sports development in Nigeria, adding, “This partnership underscores our commitment as an institution to continue supporting sports development in Nigeria. It includes a range of collaborative efforts aimed at promoting the game’s growth across the country, from grassroots programs to high-profile matches.”
