Nigeria: Valuejet Upskills Maintenance Engineers

22 June 2026
Vanguard (Lagos)

ValueJet has reaffirmed its commitment to safety, operational excellence and human capital development as its aircraft maintenance engineers commenced participation in Boeing's Advanced Technical Training Programme for Nigerian airline engineers.

The programme officially began in Lagos on June 16, providing intensive training for ValueJet engineers on the Boeing 737 Next-Generation (737NG) aircraft.

The training, scheduled to run until July 29, is being conducted by Boeing as part of its ongoing efforts to support aviation safety, workforce development and operational readiness across Africa.

Participants will undergo comprehensive instruction covering Boeing 737NG avionics, airframe, powerplant, electrical systems, aircraft characteristics, maintenance procedures, troubleshooting techniques, safety protocols, human factors, and operational best practices. Upon completion, the engineers will receive European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)-aligned theoretical training certificates, further enhancing their professional qualifications and technical capabilities.

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Speaking at the opening ceremony, the Managing Director and Accountable Officer of ValueJet, Captain Omololu Majekodunmi, described the programme as a significant investment in the future of Nigerian aviation.

He said: "Safety remains the foundation of our operations at ValueJet. We started our journey with the CRJ fleet and are now expanding with the introduction of Boeing aircraft. As our fleet grows, it is important that we continue investing in our technical personnel to ensure they are equipped with the skills and knowledge required to maintain the highest safety and operational standards.

This training programme is a valuable opportunity to strengthen the capabilities of our engineers and further reinforce our commitment to safe, reliable, and efficient operations."

The Boeing training programme forms part of broader efforts to strengthen technical capacity within Nigeria's aviation sector and support the long-term sustainability of airline operations through world-class engineering expertise.

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