By Mohammed Bello Doka
In a recent development, Michael Achimugu, a former media aide to the 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has been appointed as the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA). This appointment comes shortly after President Tinubu's approval for the removal of all directors of agencies in the aviation ministry, signaling a renewed effort to revamp the country’s aviation sector.
Achimugu's journey to this key position has not been without controversy. He gained attention when, as the media aide to Atiku Abubakar, he took a bold stance against his former boss. In an interview with Television Continental (TVC), Achimugu accused Atiku of corruption and financial impropriety, asserting that he aimed to educate Nigerians and dissuade them from voting for Atiku in the 2023 presidential election.
The former media aide went further, alleging that Atiku had plans to implement the killing of certain top government officials if he emerged as the winner of the election. These accusations stirred public discourse and raised questions about the dynamics within political circles.
President Tinubu's decision to appoint Achimugu to a significant role within the NCAA raises eyebrows, considering the history between Achimugu and Atiku. It underscores the fluid nature of political alliances and realignments in the Nigerian political landscape.
Achimugu, who previously served as the Special Assistant on Customer Relations and Special Assistant on Media to the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, brings a wealth of experience to his new role. The aviation sector will be keenly watching as he assumes office, anticipating the impact of his leadership on the broader goals of revamping Nigeria's aviation industry.
The spokesperson for the NCAA, Carol Adekotujo, officially announced Achimugu's assumption of office in Abuja on Friday. As the aviation sector undergoes changes, Achimugu's appointment will undoubtedly be a subject of discussion, given the intriguing circumstances that have surrounded his recent career trajectory.
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