A United States based aircraft marketing company has removed Nigeria’s presidential Boeing 737 700 Business Jet from its sales platform, raising fresh questions about the fate of the aircraft that the Federal Government had earlier put up for disposal.
Checks by Politics Nigeria confirmed that the listing, which had been available for several months, is now completely taken down. The aircraft’s profile, photos, and technical specifications that once appeared on the platform are no longer accessible.
Confirmation of the delisting came via email from the company’s Manager of Market Research, Laurie Barringer. She stated that the firm “no longer has the listing on the Boeing” and directed further enquiries to the Nigerian government.
No additional information was provided regarding the reasons behind the removal. At the time the jet was listed, representatives confirmed that it remained on the market, but declined to share further details, citing proprietary restrictions.
Before being delisted, records indicated that the presidential jet underwent a round of refurbishment and technical inspections at a Basel facility in July 2024. The work included upgrades to first class seating, replacement of cabin carpets, and completion of major C1 and C2 maintenance checks.
Aviation experts estimate that a pre owned Boeing 737 BBJ of similar configuration could fetch around $56 million, depending on its usage history and maintenance documentation.
The Boeing 737 700 BBJ was purchased in 2005 during former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s administration for approximately $43 million. Since then, it has remained a key component of Nigeria’s Presidential Air Fleet for nearly two decades.
In July 2025, the administration of President Bola Tinubu announced plans to sell the aircraft as part of broader efforts to cut costs and streamline the fleet. The decision came amid public criticism over the high maintenance expenses associated with the presidential jets.
As of press time, officials from the Office of the National Security Adviser, which oversees the Presidential Air Fleet, have not clarified why the aircraft was delisted. It also remains unclear whether the government has reconsidered its decision to sell the jet or if alternative arrangements are being made.
The removal of the listing has sparked speculation among aviation observers and the public alike, leaving many to wonder about the future of the presidential jet and the government’s plans for fleet management.
Will the delisting mark a permanent halt to the sale, or is this a temporary pause while new decisions are being made?
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