Ethiopian Airlines' Nigerian Venture Hits Turbulence: A Deal in the Shadows
Ethiopian Airlines' ambitious plan to establish a new carrier in partnership with institutional investors and the Nigerian government has come to a sudden halt. In a recent statement, Ethiopian Airlines CEO Mesfin Tasew Bekele revealed that the initiative to launch a new national airline in Nigeria had been abandoned. "It was not welcomed," Bekele noted, hinting at behind-the-scenes complications that have yet to be fully explained.
The Unfolding Mystery
The collapse of this venture has left many industry watchers and Nigerians alike scratching their heads. The plan, which was initially greeted with optimism, was expected to fill the void left by the defunct Nigeria Airways, offering a national carrier that could enhance Nigeria's aviation footprint on the African continent. So, what went wrong?
Bekele’s statement, while brief, has sparked speculation about the reasons behind the abrupt end of the deal. It seems there’s more to this story than meets the eye, and fingers are now being pointed at Nigeria’s aviation leadership, past and present.
Calls for Transparency
Nigerians are now looking to the current Minister of Aviation to shed light on the matter. With the former minister’s tenure…
