…I Am Completely satisfied With Your Achievements Says Minister
Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, the Nigerian Minister of State for Petroleum Assets (Oil), has described Caverton Helicopters Firm as a pacesetter and chief within the Nigerian aviation sector worthy of emulation.
Lokpobiri, acknowledged this throughout a facility tour of the state-of-the-art of the corporate’s plane Upkeep, Restore and Overhaul (MRO) coaching Centre positioned at Murtala Muhammed Worldwide Airport, lkeja, Lagos on Wednesday April 2nd, 2025.
In line with him, the funding and facility on the bottom, that are at par with the developed world, haven’t solely distinguished Caverton, the administration’s dedication has despatched one other message acknowledging the untiring effort of Caverton to make Nigeria proud as an indigenous aviation firm majoring in Upkeep, Restore and Overhaul (MRO) in addition to a coaching hub.
The minister, who stated his go to was to see issues for himself having heard loads in regards to the coaching hub, which has change into the go to for coaching pilots past the shore of Nigeria, a testomony that with imaginative and prescient and dedication the black race may make issues occur positively within the aviation sector.
“I’ve seen coaching facilities overseas. I can attest to it that Caverton stands out. Caverton is a pacesetter. I’m very blissful to be right here in the present day. Let me formally congratulate you. I’m additionally blissful to listen to that you’ve pilots who you skilled and are gainfully employed overseas.
“I wish to guarantee you that no matter is required to be carried out will probably be carried out with a view to make our partnership successful.
“I additionally commend you in your information, to date, of zero casualty,” the minister stated.
Earlier on arrival, the minister was taken by means of a security briefing by Caverton Helicopters Managing Director, Captain Ibrahim Bello, earlier than then passing the ground to the Chairman of the Caverton Offshores Help Group, Mr. Remi Makanjuola, for his welcome comment.
In his welcoming handle, Chairman, Caverton Offshore Help Group, Mr. Aderemi Makanjuola thanked the Hon. Minister for the honour to go to the coaching hub to see for himself the nice issues that’s occurring within the Nigerian aviation sector by means of Caverton.
Talking additional, Makanjuola stated. “Every thing is processed from coaching to maintainable (upkeep). We’re proudly Nigerian firm which exploits have continued to draw one and all. We’re always evolving and increasing with innovative know-how.
We stay up for partaking with you and discussing how we are able to collectively contribute to the expansion and success of Nigeria’s oil and gasoline business.”
Mr. Olabode Makanjuola, Chief Government Officer, Caverton Offshore Help Group, in his welcome handle, stated he feels honored to host the minister and to showcase the corporate’s services, operations, and the important function it play in Nigeria’s aviation and oil and gasoline sectors.
“As a subsidiary of the Caverton Offshore Help Group, Caverton Helicopters has established itself as a number one indigenous operator in Nigeria’s aviation business. Our dedication to excellence, security, and reliability has allowed us to report a historic market share exceeding 70%, making us a key participant in offering logistics assist for the oil and gasoline sector. We’re proud to serve esteemed companions, together with Shell, Chevron, Complete, NAOC, and NNPC, and we stay up for persevering with this legacy of collaboration.”
Talking additional, Makanjuola stated the imaginative and prescient of the Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration to raise Nigeria’s oil manufacturing to 2 million barrels per day is an formidable and commendable objective.
“At Caverton, we acknowledge that reaching this goal requires seamless and environment friendly logistics options, significantly in offshore helicopter logistics. Our strategic investments in our first ever Upkeep, Restore, and Overhaul (MRO) facility, hangars, and coaching heart place us to assist this imaginative and prescient successfully.
“As we attempt to boost our capability and capabilities, we’re desirous to accomplice with the Ministry of Petroleum and businesses such because the NCDMB. Collectively, we are able to create a strong framework that not solely meets the rising calls for of the oil and gasoline sector but additionally consolidates our place as a premier service supplier within the area championing native content material participation and growth.
“Within the coming months, we will probably be embarking on a strategic funding drive geared toward attracting new buyers and additional enhancing our operational capacities. This initiative is essential not just for our progress but additionally for the general growth of Nigeria’s aviation business.
“We consider that by working hand in hand with the federal government and business stakeholders, we are able to navigate the challenges forward and seize the alternatives that lie earlier than us. Your presence right here in the present day signifies a shared dedication to advancing Nigeria’s power sector, and we’re excited in regards to the prospects of collaboration,” he acknowledged.
Different high business personalities who joined the to obtain the minister on Wednesday included Chairman, Caverton Helicopters, Mallam Bello Gwandu, Non-Government Director, Caverton Offshore Help Group (COSG), Chief Working Officer, COSG, Mr. Rotimi Makanjuola, Managing Director/Accountable Supervisor, Caverton Helicopters, Captain Ibrahim Bello, Director, Company Companies, Caverton Helicopters, Mr. Ayo Omueti amongst others
