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Keyamo, others in attendance as IBUAM partners Auxano Aviation to purchase 30 Jabiru aircraft

The Isaac Balami University of Aeronautics and Management (IBUAM) has taken a bold step to further strengthen pilot training in Nigeria by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Auxano Consulting Nigeria Limited, operating as Auxano Aviation, for the purchase of 30 Jabiru J430 training aircraft. The agreement is designed to expand the university’s aviation training capacity and support the development of skilled aeronautical professionals in the country.

The signing ceremony took place on Thursday during the Nigeria International Airshow event at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport Abuja.

At the signing ceremony was the Founder and CEO of IBUAM, Isaac Balami and the Vice Chancellor who is a seasoned professor, AVM (Rtd) P.O Jemitola.

The MoU signing was also witnessed by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Kayamo, who said that with the signing of the MoU and other activities, the airshow is considered to be the best ever held on African soil.

Under the terms of the MoU, Auxano Aviation, an authorized distributor of Jabiru Aircraft in Nigeria will deliver the aircraft in structured phases, supplying 10 aircraft every year and completing the full delivery of all 30 units within three years. The partnership is also expected to advance research, flight operations training, and general aviation development nationwide.

The MoU outlines Auxano Aviation’s responsibilities, which include providing aircraft registration support, airworthiness documentation, initial spares, tools, and handbooks. The company will also offer familiarization training for IBUAM instructors and maintenance personnel, alongside periodic technical oversight and access to Jabiru-approved parts and services.

Speaking during the signing, IBUAM VC, Prof. Jemitola, said the acquisition represents a bold and strategic investment in the future of Nigeria’s aviation workforce.

According to him, “This partnership marks a significant boost to our training capacity. With 30 modern training aircraft coming in phases, IBUAM is positioning itself as a leading centre for world-class pilot training in Africa.”

He emphasized that the phased delivery model provides stability and ensures the institution can expand its training operations sustainably.

Also speaking, the university founder, Isaac Balami said, “Receiving 10 aircraft every year allows us to scale progressively and maintain high safety and operational standards. It ensures that our students have consistent access to functional, and reliable training aircraft.”

Balami also expressed confidence in Auxano Aviation’s technical depth and long-term support commitments.

“Auxano Aviation is not only supplying aircraft; they are supplying expertise. Their technical support will help us maintain NCAA-compliant training and aircraft management practices,”he said.

In line with the MoU, IBUAM will deploy the aircraft strictly for student pilot training, aeronautical research, and flight operations programs. The university is required to maintain NCAA standards, ensure only qualified instructors and engineers operate the aircraft, and provide adequate hangarage, security, and operational infrastructure.

The MoU is effective immediately.

Meanwhile, in part fulfillment of the agreement, two aircraft would be delivered to IBUAM in December this year while 10 would be received in 2026. Another set would be delivered in 2027 to complete the deal.

While some of the aircraft would be delivered in whole, others will be delivered in pieces and assembled by IBUAM and 7star GLobal Airlines, to form an additional training opportunity for students and other trainees.

The partnership is considered one of the largest aviation training aircraft acquisitions by a higher institution in Nigeria, an indication of a renewed drive to modernize pilot training and raise the bar in aviation education.

https://afripost.ng/2025/12/04/ibuam-signs-mou-for-30-jabiru-j430-aircraft-in-nigerias-largest-aviation-training-deal/
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Nigeria govt too dey appoint people make no qualify na our major issue be that one
Sorry to say
Watin Keyamo know about aviation
A lawyer for that matter

Racheal45:
Nigeria govt too dey appoint people make no qualify na our major issue be that one
Sorry to say
Watin Kayamo know about aviation
A lawyer for that matter

But the Aviation sector is improving under him, abi you no dey travel pass any of our airports?. The experts before him, what wonders did they do?

Keyamo na lawyer oo but he dey try make we no lie

Racheal45:
Nigeria govt too dey appoint people make no qualify na our major issue be that one
Sorry to say
Watin Kayamo know about aviation
A lawyer for that matter

His job to make sure the aviation sector run well and not to drive planes. Just be a good manager that what it require from the keyamo.

A lawyer can practically perform in any ministry.

NIGERIA IS WORKING AGAIN. PUT AN END TO TERRORISTS and watch NIGERIA become GREAT

MaziObinnaokija:
NIGERIA IS WORKING AGAIN. PUT AN END TO TERRORISTS and watch NIGERIA become GREAT

NORTHERNERS NO GO GREE OOH, ANY POLICY OR REFORM THAT WILL BRING DEVELOPMENT THEY WILL OPPOSE AND TAG IT ANTI-NORTH. EDUCATION, STATE POLICE, NAME IT . EVEN OUR BEING INDEPENDENT WAS OPPOSE BY NORTHERN NIGERIA

Josepholome:
https://afripost.ng/2025/12/04/ibuam-signs-mou-for-30-jabiru-j430-aircraft-in-nigerias-largest-aviation-training-deal/
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Jabiru aircraft. Never heard of it. Interesting.

Racheal45:
Nigeria govt too dey appoint people make no qualify na our major issue be that one
Sorry to say
Watin Kayamo know about aviation
A lawyer for that matter.

You want to ring criticise but you can't even spell names properly.

Racheal45:
Nigeria govt too dey appoint people make no qualify na our major issue be that one
Sorry to say
Watin Kayamo know about aviation
A lawyer for that matter

See Mumu talk,
So,the first thing you read was bitter and hateful stuff on Keyamo,abi?
So,when the Real interpretation and Modus Operandi of Aviation Contracts and International Engagements Procedures and Protocols Comes into Play,Sebi Na Your Pilots dem go Call to Sign the Deal 🤝
Barrister Keyamo Is Well Placed and qualified -in the Aviation and has been Nigeria Rock like gilbrata-
In Saving Nigeria From Nigeria Convoluted -Contacts by Hadi- Serika- the Former Aviation Minister( was a Pilot) but has failed to Account for NBILLIONS and yet No Air Craft Delivery!
Who Could Not Account For The Humongous Money Collected 🤑 For the Purchase of Air Crafts, From Ethiopia- For Nigeria Air - that is yet to Fly 💸.
-Make Una go to School,Una no go hear,but so rabid -to Condemn Anything on Social Media!
Very Disgusting Set of People!
tueh

Racheal45:
Nigeria govt too dey appoint people make no qualify na our major issue be that one
Sorry to say
Watin Kayamo know about aviation
A lawyer for that matter

But the man has achieved tremendously even beyond those you called experts. I don't know who has recorded remarkable feats as dis man since 1999

MaziObinnaokija:
NIGERIA IS WORKING AGAIN. PUT AN END TO TERRORISTS and watch NIGERIA become GREAT

Lolzzzzz 🤣

Because of purchase of 30 jaburi aircraft - money laundering scheme

Racheal45:
Nigeria govt too dey appoint people make no qualify na our major issue be that one
Sorry to say
Watin Kayamo know about aviation
A lawyer for that matter

Epileptic thought. Wetin Nnamdi Kanu know about leadership, politics or law.? A former Barber in the UK. 😂

Christmyhope:
But the man has achieved tremendously even beyond those you called experts. I don't know who has recorded remarkable feats as dis man since 1999

Make Una jus continue Dey support rubbish
Na tribal politics Una Dey play
Everybody knows Tinubu na the worst president in the world

This is the beginning of great strides for aviation in our country. A university taking giant strides towards the promotion of aviation education is a good recipe for the development of general aviation in the country.

IBUAM might just be the next big university challenging the status quo in Nigeria education... Congratulations to Balami and the aviation minister for this giant strides...

Abeg,where Dem wan site the university hope say no be for North oo?

Kudos to Keyamo and the aviation team

Christmyhope:
But the man has achieved tremendously even beyond those you called experts. I don't know who has recorded remarkable feats as dis man since 1999

Well said