Draft:Michael Achimugu

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Michael Ileanwa Achimugu (born 12 April, 1980) is a Media Personality and Public Servant who currently serves as a Director with Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority[1] where he was appointed by the Honourable Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo.

Before his appointment, Achimugu has been known to serve as a media aide to politicians including the former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, as well as Kingsley Moghalu, Political Economist and presidential aspirant in the 2023 presidential race in Nigeria.

Early life and Education

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Born in Bama, Borno State in northern Nigeria, Achimugu attended several schools across Nigeria in his early years including Bishop Delisle College, Lokoja and Government Day Secondary School, Lokoja, Kogi State where he obtained his West African School Certificate. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communication received from Kogi State University, Anyigba.

Career

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Achimugu worked with the Nigeria Customs Service between 2011 - 2016 as a Public Relations Officer. He has since functioned privately in several capacities including being a Social Media Influencer and a Spokesperson for various Politicians,

In October 2023, it was announced that Achimugu had been appointed as a Special Assistant to the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo and on the 21st of December 2023, he was appointed as Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection Department[2] of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority..[3]

Since his appointment, Achimugu has played an integral part in the Ministry's drive to improve airline customers experience[4], threatening sanctions on airlines for incessant flight disruptions and short landed baggage.[5]

Controversies

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During the 2023 Presidential election campaign, Achimugu in a series of videos released on social media, accused his former Principal, Atiku Abubakar of corrupt practices which stirred a lot of reactions.[6] These allegations were denied by the People's Democratic Party campaign spokesperson, Dino Melaye who in turn accused Achimugu of blackmail under the sponsorship of the ruling party APC.[7]

[8]Following his appointment as Director with the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, spokespersons of various opposition parties condemned the appointment calling it a suspicious one[9]

References

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Michael Achimugu
 
Born12 April, 1980
Borno State
NationalityNigerian
Alma materKogi State University, Anyigba
  1. ^ Ejike, Ejike (2024-01-05). "Flight Disruptions: NCAA Threatens To Sanction EgyptAir, NG Eagle". Retrieved 2024-01-11.
  2. ^ "Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection. NCAA". ncaa.gov.ng. Retrieved 2024-02-16.
  3. ^ Newsbulletin (2023-12-24). "Fixer Extraordinaire: Michael Achimugu Takes the Helm as DPR&CP at NCAA | News Bulletinng". Retrieved 2024-01-07.
  4. ^ Koiki, Olusegun (2024-02-04). "NCAA Frowns At Flight Delays, Poor Passengers Handling". Independent Newspaper Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-02-16.
  5. ^ Ejike, Ejike (2024-01-05). "Flight Disruptions: NCAA Threatens To Sanction EgyptAir, NG Eagle". Retrieved 2024-02-16.
  6. ^ If I Reveal More Corruption Allegations About Atiku, Nigeria will Shake - Achimugu, 25 January 2023, retrieved 2024-01-11
  7. ^ Thandiubani (2023-01-17). "Dino Melaye Accuses Tinubu Of Sponsoring Atiku's Former Aide, Michael Achimugu To Blackmail Him". Tori.ng. Retrieved 2024-01-11.
  8. ^ Anichukwueze, Donatus (16 January 2023). "APC Sponsoring Michael Achimugu To Blackmail Atiku, Melaye Alleges". Channels Television. Retrieved 18 July 2023.
  9. ^ Folorunsho-Francis, Adebayo (2023-12-25). "PDP, LP condemn Achimugu's appointment as NCAA director". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2024-01-07.