The second JustNet Transport Summit will hold on Friday, October 23, in Lagos, bringing together stakeholders to discuss strategies for strengthening Nigeria’s transport system, improving energy security and facilitating trade amid global economic disruptions.

The summit, organised by JustAlive Communications Limited, publishers of JustNet News, will take place at Providence Hotel, GRA, Ikeja, under the theme, “Navigating Global Disruptions and the Road Ahead: Mobility, Energy and Trade Facilitation for a Resilient Future.”

Chief Executive Officer of JustAlive Communications Limited, Mrs Pearl Ngwama, said preparations for the event had been completed, expressing confidence that the gathering would produce meaningful discussions and practical recommendations for the transportation sector.

Ngwama said the summit would provide an opportunity for industry leaders, policymakers, regulators and private-sector operators to examine challenges affecting transportation, energy and trade, as well as identify measures to improve efficiency and resilience across the sectors.

Among the personalities expected at the event are the Chairman of the occasion, Enisuoh of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited; transport and aviation expert, Dr Richard Aisuebeogun; energy-sector stakeholder, Thomas Ogungbangbe; and transport industry professional, Femi Aiyegbajeje.

The organisers expect their participation to strengthen discussions on the links between transportation, energy supply and trade facilitation, particularly against the backdrop of global disruptions, rising operating costs and changing market conditions.

The summit will also examine the need for stronger collaboration among government agencies, regulatory authorities, investors and private operators to address structural challenges across the transport value chain and support sustainable sectoral growth.

According to the organisers, the second edition of the summit is designed to promote policy dialogue and industry engagement, with discussions expected to generate recommendations for improving the efficiency, resilience and competitiveness of Nigeria’s transportation and related sectors.

Participants are also expected to explore opportunities for partnerships and exchange ideas on practical responses to challenges affecting mobility, energy security and trade.

Dr Abdullahi Musa, Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA), has been conferred with the traditional title of Dan Kade of Kontagora Emirate in Niger State in recognition of his contributions to youth empowerment, education, philanthropy and community development.

The title was conferred on Musa by the Emir of Kontagora, His Royal Highness, Alhaji Barau Mu’azu II, who said the NAMA director had earned the honour through his sustained commitment to the progress and welfare of the emirate.

The Emir highlighted Musa’s philanthropic activities, scholarship awards to indigent students, youth empowerment initiatives and support for infrastructural improvement and other community development projects.

In a statement announcing the conferment, NAMA’s Assistant General Manager, Public Affairs, Mr Stephen Onabe, said the traditional honour recognised Musa’s sustained contributions to the advancement of the emirate.

Musa, an academic, political scientist, researcher, author and public administrator, has built a career spanning teaching, educational administration, legislative and local-government service, institutional management, public affairs and consumer protection.

Congratulating him on the honour, the Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Aviation, Hon. Abdullahi Idris Garba, described the title as a fitting recognition of Musa’s integrity, humility and dedication to the development of Kontagora Emirate.

Garba, who said he had personally witnessed Musa’s commitment to his community, described him as a worthy ambassador of his people.

He expressed confidence in Musa’s ability to uphold the responsibilities attached to the title and prayed for divine guidance as he assumes the traditional role.

Responding, Musa expressed appreciation to the Emir for considering him worthy of the honour, describing it as both a privilege and a call to greater responsibility.

He reaffirmed his commitment to supporting initiatives aimed at expanding educational opportunities, empowering young people and improving the wellbeing of residents.

Musa said the recognition had further strengthened his resolve to contribute to the prosperity of Kontagora Emirate.

Aviation workers’ unions have commended the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Mr Michael Achimugu, for his contributions to the agency’s public image, stakeholder engagement and passenger rights advocacy.

The Deputy General Secretary of the Air Transport Senior Staff Services Association of Nigeria (ATSSSAN), Comrade Olayinka Abioye, gave the commendation during a congress of aviation unions at the NCAA Regional Office in Lagos on Tuesday.

Abioye congratulated Achimugu on his recent awards, describing him as a professional whose work had strengthened communication between the aviation regulator, airlines, passengers and other industry stakeholders.

He urged participants at the congress to recognise Achimugu’s contributions, saying his efforts had helped project a positive image of the NCAA both within Nigeria and internationally.

“He is giving the NCAA a very good image internationally and within the country,” Abioye said.

The commendation follows a series of recognitions received by Achimugu in 2026 for his work in aviation communication, consumer protection and passenger rights advocacy.

On October 5, he received the Protocol Man of the Year Award from the Centre for Protocol Profession Development and the Council of Protocol Professionals at the 13th International Protocol Officers Conference, Workshop and Awards in Lagos. He was represented at the ceremony by the Assistant General Manager, Education and Awareness Unit, Mrs Ekeh Okam.

Earlier, on June 29, Achimugu received the 2026/2027 African Brands Personality Award at the NCAA headquarters in Abuja in recognition of his contributions to consumer protection and passenger rights advocacy.

He also received the Aviation Agency Director Award at the 15th Nigeria Aviation (NIGAV) Awards in Lagos on April 17 for his role in consumer protection and engagement with aviation industry stakeholders.

Following the recognitions, Achimugu thanked the organisers of the Protocol Man of the Year Award and pledged to continue promoting the rights and responsibilities of air travellers and aviation operators in Nigeria.

As head of the NCAA’s Public Affairs and Consumer Protection directorate, Achimugu oversees communication on the agency’s regulatory activities, public education on passenger rights and the handling of consumer-related concerns.

The directorate also provides information on flight delays and cancellations, baggage-related issues and ticket refunds, while facilitating communication between the regulator, airlines, the media and the travelling public.

The unions’ commendation highlights the role of public communication in strengthening relationships between aviation regulators and industry stakeholders, as well as improving awareness of consumer protection responsibilities.

The NCAA is responsible for regulating Nigeria’s civil aviation industry, including aviation safety, regulatory compliance and the protection of air travellers’ interests.