Our attention has been drawn to recent online publications citing an ex parte order of the Federal High Court in Abuja which temporarily restricts access to the bank accounts of Mars Aviation Limited, a duly registered and reputable Nigerian airline company associated with Mr. Bashir Haske, pending the conclusion of an ongoing investigation.
Ordinarily, we would not respond to speculative media commentary. However, in the interest of the public and to safeguard the reputation of our company and stakeholders, it has become necessary to clarify certain points and restate our unwavering commitment to lawful and transparent business practices.
The application leading to the said order was made without notice to us, and we were therefore not allowed to present our position before the court. We have since instructed our legal counsel to take all appropriate steps to challenge the order and to ensure that the facts are properly placed before the court.
We wish to unequivocally state that Mars Aviation Limited has conducted all its operations in full compliance with applicable laws and regulatory standards. Every payment received by the company was for legitimate services rendered in accordance with Nigerian law and international best practices.
It is important to note that the allegations being circulated are unfounded and unsupported by credible evidence. Committed to full cooperation, we will present comprehensive and transparent documentation at the appropriate time and in the proper legal forum to establish the legitimacy and integrity of our operations.
We reaffirm our respect for the lawful mandate of agencies charged with investigative responsibilities. We trust that these powers will be exercised with fairness and full adherence to due process. We remain confident that, once all the facts are properly presented before the court, the outcome will confirm the integrity of Mars Aviation Limited and its management.
Mars Aviation Limited remains committed to ethical business practices, regulatory compliance, and contributing to Nigeria’s aviation and economic development. We urge the public to avoid premature conclusions, as the full truth will emerge through due judicial process. We remain confident in a just outcome.
