Uche Cecil Izuora
Falcon Aerospace Limited, has sustained its push for large-scale funding and accelerates its international expansion across key global markets.
The firm has also appointed Moshood Bode Abolade as an Independent Non-Executive Director to its Board.
Falcon Aero is the mother brand of private aviation firm, VivaJets.
Mr. Abolade is a highly accomplished infrastructure finance and investment professional with a distinguished career spanning investment banking, energy, and core infrastructure. His appointment is expected to provide critical oversight and strategic financial guidance as Falcon Aero transitions into its next phase of capital raising and multi-regional growth.
Accepting the appointment, Moshood Bode Abolade stated:
“I am honoured to join the Board of Falcon Aerospace at such a pivotal moment in its history. The firm’s vision for regional connectivity and international scaling is inspiring.”
“I look forward to leveraging my experience in investment banking and infrastructure finance to help drive the strategic funding initiatives required to cement Falcon’s position as a leader in business aviation,” he added.
“We are thrilled to welcome Moshood Bode Abolade to our Board,” said CEO, Erika Achum.
“As we embark on an ambitious push for funding to fuel our international expansion, Moshood’s deep-seated experience in driving bankability and executing early-stage investments across complex platforms will be invaluable. His track record of leading high-stakes financial closures ensures that we have the right expertise to navigate the global capital markets.”
Mr. Abolade’s career began in investment banking before he transitioned into specialized infrastructure finance. He has developed deep expertise in structured finance, project development, and long-term asset investment. His professional journey includes leadership roles at some of the continent’s most prestigious financial and industrial institutions, including Africa50, BUA Group, FBN Merchant Bank, United Capital Plc, and Vetiva Capital Management Limited.
He holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Lagos, and a Master’s degree in Business Administration with a Finance major from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.
According to Chief Operating Officer, Tejumade Salami, Abolade’s background in infrastructure finance is perfectly aligned with the organization’s operational goals.
“As we scale our fleet and expand our reach beyond the African continent, his insights into structured finance and operational performance will help us maintain a lean, bankable, and highly efficient business model.”
As it expands its operations globally, Falcon Aero has intensified fund raising. In October 2025, the company secured a $10 million credit facility from British-based TLG Capital, structured alongside Wema Bank for its flagship brand, VivaJets.