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By Faheem Lawal
Following his recent string of awards, Aviation workers’ unions have commended the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Mr. Michael Achimugu, describing him as a worthy ambassador of Nigeria whose work continues to project the country’s aviation industry positively at home and internationally.
The commendation was made by the Deputy General Secretary of the Air Transport Senior Staff Services Association of Nigeria (ATSSSAN), Comrade Olayinka Abioye, during a congress of aviation unions held at the NCAA Regional Office in Lagos this week.
Abioye congratulated Achimugu on his recent awards, applauding his contributions to the image of the Authority and the innovations championed by his directorate in advancing engagement with airlines, passengers and other stakeholders in the aviation industry.
The commendation comes amid a series of recognitions received by Achimugu in 2026 for his contributions to aviation communication, consumer protection, passenger rights advocacy and professional practice. On October 5, 2026, Achimugu received the Protocol Man of the Year Award from the Centre for Protocol Profession Development (CPDD) and the Council of Protocol Professionals (CIPP). The award was presented on the sidelines of the 13th International Protocol Officers Conference, Workshop and Awards (IPOC 2026), held in Lagos.
Earlier, on June 29, 2026, he received the 2026/2027 African Brands Personality Award, presented by the African Brands team led by Mr. Godwin Enesi Chatta at the NCAA headquarters in Abuja. The recognition acknowledged his contributions to consumer protection and passenger rights advocacy in the Nigerian aviation sector.
At the 15th Nigeria Aviation (NIGAV) Awards held in Lagos on April 17, 2026, Achimugu also received the Aviation Agency Director Award in recognition of his role in strengthening consumer protection and stakeholder engagement.
The awards highlight the growing importance of effective public communication, professional conduct and sustained engagement with stakeholders in advancing the interests of the aviation industry and the travelling public.
As Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Achimugu plays a key role in communicating the NCAA’s regulatory activities, promoting awareness of passenger rights, addressing consumer concerns and facilitating engagement between the Authority, airlines, the media and the general public.
Members of the unions said his directorate also serves as an important channel through which passengers receive information about their rights and responsibilities, including matters relating to flight delays, cancellations, baggage issues and ticket refunds.
