CITA Energies Celebrates 20 Years of Aviation Fuel Success

Dr Thomas Ogungbangbe, Chairman of CITA Energies, recounted the company's journey from a modest business operating from his living room and car boot to a firm valued at nearly $200 million during its 20th anniversary celebration at the Grandeur Event Centre in Oregun, Ikeja, Lagos. CITA Energies has expanded its operations to 17 airports across Nigeria's six geopolitical zones and established an international aviation fuel supply network.

Ogungbangbe noted that the company's growth was driven by resilience, supportive government policies, strategic partnerships, and dedicated employees. He emphasized the necessity of round-the-clock operations in aviation fuel supply.

The company emerged in 2006 after Ogungbangbe's involvement in an earlier aviation fuel business linked to the Sahara Group. The anniversary included a documentary showcasing CITA's growth and was attended by notable figures, including the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development's representative, Janet Oputa, and other industry leaders.