Aviation outfit, Vivajets has underscored the role of business aviation in fostering regional integration and security in Africa.
The firm noted that Africa, facing growing security threats like terrorism, piracy and insurgency, yet security efforts are hampered by limited state resources and a vast diverse terrain.
Chief Executive Officer of Vivajets, Chukwuerika Achum, who analysed the evolving security landscape in Africa, said this at the 60th anniversary of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and Third Africa Airforce Forum where the company was a participant and exhibitor.
Achum highlighted various areas where business aviation could support military operations through troop and equipment transportation, medical evacuation, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, border security and humanitarian efforts.
According to him, “Vivajets is ready to support governments and Air Forces across Africa with various capabilities in diverse areas. Whether in procuring and leasing aircraft for tailored projects or training and financing support, we are ready to support regional security.”
Director for Europe, Middle-East and Africa, Vivajets, Jeane-Claude Kouyo, said insecurity in the African region has also posed a serious challenge to business connectivity.
Hosted by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), he said this year’s forum marks a pivotal moment in the realm of collective security, with deliberations centred around leveraging strategic partnerships in aerospace innovations for regional security.
