Nigus International and AXISCADES Technologies Limited have reaffirmed their strategic partnership, moving forward with plans to build Nigeria’s first world-class Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) centre. The project will enhance commercial aviation capability, support military aviation requirements, and create a significant reduction in overseas maintenance expenditure.
The integrated aviation platform combines AXISCADES’ international aerospace engineering strengths with Nigus International’s established footprint across Nigeria and markets across the African continent. The ambition is to create a next-generation aviation service ecosystem focused on improved operational outcomes, reduced maintenance costs, enhanced fleet readiness, and a strong pipeline for skills development.
In addition to MRO services, the partnership will introduce advanced simulation-based flight training support for military aircraft operated by Nigeria, and expand into indigenous drone production. This will be enabled through Nigus International’s full governmental approvals, enabling local production of unmanned aerial systems for defence, monitoring and commercial use.
The collaboration will be coordinated from a joint administrative base in the United Arab Emirates, chosen to optimise operational planning, OEM partnerships and programme governance.
HRH Prince Malik Ado-Ibrahim, Chairman of Nigus International, described the initiative as “a decisive step toward aviation sovereignty, military readiness, and Africa-driven aerospace capability.”
Dr. Sampath Ravinarayanan, Chairman & Managing Director of AXISCADES, emphasised that “Nigeria’s strategic position and rising aviation demand make this the ideal moment to build a regional centre of excellence.”
The project further supports a broader collaboration model across the Global South, combining African and Indian strengths to enhance aviation infrastructure, technical innovation and long-term self-sufficiency.
About Nigus International
Nigus International is a leading provider of defence, aviation, aerospace, and ESAI technologies across Africa. With longstanding capabilities in national infrastructure, technology deployment, and industrial development, Nigus International is dedicated to advancing Nigeria’s sovereign aviation and defence capacity while creating sustainable, future-focused industries across the continent.
Website: www.nigusng.com
About AXISCADES Technologies Limited
AXISCADES is a top-tier engineering and technology solutions provider with deep expertise across Aerospace, Defence, Automotive, Energy, and Embedded Systems & AI. With over 2,300 engineers and global operations across North America, Europe, and Asia, AXISCADES supports Fortune 100 companies and leading aircraft OEMs with cutting-edge engineering, digital, and manufacturing solutions.
Website: www.axiscades.com
