Draft:Michael Achimugu

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 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
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
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 of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority..

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

Controversies
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. 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.

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