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The Digest:

The US firm hired to sell Nigeria’s presidential Boeing 737-700 has withdrawn the aircraft's listing, redirecting all inquiries to the Federal Government, which has remained silent on the reversal.

Key Points:
  • US marketing firm JetHQ confirmed the presidential aircraft is no longer listed for sale.
  • The company’s manager directed all inquiries about the jet’s status to the Nigerian government.
  • The NSA’s media aide promised but failed to provide a comment on the withdrawal.
  • The jet was initially listed in July 2025 as part of a cost-cutting fleet rationalization.
  • Purchased in 2005 for $43 million, the aircraft had an estimated market value of $56 million.
  • Its sale was announced by the Tinubu administration amid scrutiny of government expenditure.
  • The aircraft had undergone partial refurbishment and inspections in mid-2024.
The withdrawn listing leaves a quiet storm of questions about the fate of an asset and the transparency of governance. Rooted in the Storm.

Sources: Punch Nigeria, Vanguard