Michael Achimugu
Michael Achimugu is a publicist for the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority who announced the temporary closure of Ibadan airport for maintenance and upgrades, emphasizing the importance of the airport's transformation to international status following the approval from President Bola Tinubu.
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Michael Achimugu of the NCAA said the disruption was expected to ease once airport users obtained the payment cards.
FAAN cashless policy causes gridlock at Nigerian airports
Nigeria· 2026-03-02
Michael Achimugu, the spokesman of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, confirmed that the authority was aware of the incident.
Family seeks answers for mother's death on flight to USNigeria· 2026-01-30
Michael Achimugu, the spokesman of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, confirmed that the authority was aware of the incident and was engaging both the family and the airline.
Family seeks answers for death on Ethiopian Airlines flightNigeria· 2026-01-29Michael Achimugu, the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the NCAA, stated that preliminary findings indicated the incident did not occur within the timeframe being suggested online.
NCAA Probes Viral Video of Air France Passenger ClashNigeria· 2026-01-25
The spokesperson of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority confirmed the incident.
Qatar Airways makes emergency landing in Lagos, NigeriaNigeria· 2026-01-17
Michael Achimugu is the NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection.
Flight Cancellations Nigeria: Q3 2025 Airline ReportNigeria· 2025-12-24Michael Achimugu is the Director of Public Affairs & Consumer Protection at the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority who clarified the implications of the incident.
Air Peace Plane Skids Off Runway in Port HarcourtNigeria· 2025-07-13
Michael Achimugu, the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, stated that passengers must be informed if their bags are left behind.
Air Côte d'Ivoire Fails PassengersNigeria· 2025-06-28
Michael Achimugu stated that as a result of the incident, flights meant to be operated by the aircraft would naturally be disrupted.
NCAA under fire after plane strikes antelope on taxiwayNigeria· 2025-05-12
Michael Achimugu clarified the implications of the incident involving an Air Peace aircraft and an antelope.
Air Peace jet hits antelope on Asaba runway, NCAA clarifies delaysNigeria· 2025-05-11Michael Achimugu announced the sanctions against Kenya Airways on his official X account.
NCAA sanctions Kenya Airways over passenger rights violationsNigeria· 2025-05-08
Michael Achimugu stated that safety remains paramount and that a meeting with the unions is forthcoming.
NiMet workers begin indefinite strike, shut down meteorological servicesNigeria· 2025-04-23
Michael Achimugu stated he would provide information on flight operations but did not follow up.
Flight disruptions likely over NiMet workers' strikeNigeria· 2025-04-23
Michael Achimugu addressed the delays in payment from airlines regarding sanctions.
NCAA sets final deadline for airlines to pay finesNigeria· 2025-04-13Michael Achimugu, the NCAA’s Director of Consumer Protection and Public Affairs, announced the criticism of airlines for their treatment of deportees.
NCAA to sanction airlines over deportees maltreatmentNigeria· 2025-04-04Michael Achimugu, the NCAA’s Director of Consumer Protection and Public Affairs, announced the warning against airlines regarding deportation of Nigerian passengers.
NCAA warns airlines against deportation of Nigerian passengersNigeria· 2025-04-03Michael Achimugu acknowledged an initial difficulty in getting the airlines to comply with the rules of the industry.
NCAA moves to end passengers’ maltreatmentNigeria· 2025-03-19
Michael Achimugu, the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection of the NCAA, disclosed the complaints about the treatment of Nigerian passengers by international airlines.
Nigerians pay highest airfares in Africa – NCAANigeria· 2025-03-07Michael Achimugu announced the airport shutdown for maintenance and upgrades via his X handle.
NCAA shuts Ibadan airport for six monthsNigeria· 2025-02-28
