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Reps’ Aviation Committee Conducts Hearing on African Aviation and Aerospace University Establishment Bill
Joel Ajayi
The House of Representatives Committee of Aviation,yesterday 15 th Oct,2025 held a very successful and well attended Public Hearing towards formalising the establishment of African Aviation and Aerospace University,Abuja with the Act of parliament.
The occasion which tool place at the Conference Rm 231 of the House of Representatives was well attended by various prime Stakeholders cutting across the whole gamut of the Aviation and related industries,who made their respective presentations towards enrichment of the Bill.
Notable amongst the attendees are the Permanent Secretary to the Ministry of Aviation,Mr Ibrahim Kana,representing the Minister of Aviation, Mr Festus Keyamo.
Speaking on behalf of other Governing Council members of the the University,the Pro Chancellor Alhaji Goni,who was one time Head of the Civil Service of the Federation,highlighted the main essence of the days event, which is formalising the University’s establishment with the desired legislative backing.
The Registrar of the unversty. Dr Mustapha Sheikh Abdullahi also made a submission on behalf of the University management.
Amongst other numerous stakeholders who were supportive of the Act,were,representatives of the Chief of Air staff,representative of the Managing director of FAAN,Nigerian Aviation School Zaria,ASUU,Nigerian Airspace Management Agency(NAMA),Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NIMET),Coucil of Registered Engineers of Nigeria COREN,Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology(,NITT),Nigerian Safety Investigations Bureu(NSIB).etc.
The Honourable Speaker of the House of Representatives,Rt Hon Dr Tajudeen Abbas,who was ably represented by the House Leader Prof Ohubhere also reinforced the importance of the Public Hearing,vis-a-vis,the initiative of the House Committee on Aviation in getting the Bill exacted.
In his vote of thanks,the Chairman of the House Committee on Aviation Technology,Hon Tajudeen Kareem Abisodun,on behalf of other members of his Committee,thanked all participants and fervently gave a firm and fervent promise that the Bill will be accorded the desired and expeditious attention needed to see it through fruition.
This promise was also earlier echoed by a member of the Senate Committee of Aviation Technology,Sen(Engr)Patrick Ndubueze,who was in attendance on behalf of his Chairman,and reinforced the support of the Senate in getting a concurrence of support when the Bill gets to the Red Chamber.
Addressing journalists after the very successful event an obviously elated governing council member of AAAU,who also doubled as the Chairman of the Ad Hoc Organising Committee of the Public Hearing,Hon Chidi Nwogu & other council members ; Engr Ahmad Nguroje & Hon Othman Jalaba expressed happiness on the successful outcome of the event and also heartily thanked all Stakeholders that lent their support towards the actualization of the success.
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Amb Lion Ogorry Files Landmark Lawsuit Against Sahara Reporters, Sowore For Misleading and Malicious Publication Endangering National Security
Ambassador Adebayo Lion Ogorry, a renowned public advocacy practitioner and activist, today announced the filing of a high-profile lawsuit against Sahara Reporters Ltd. and its publisher, Omoyele Sowore, in the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.
The suit, numbered FCT/HC/CV/4767/2025, accuses the defendants of publishing a false, malicious, and reckless article that violates Nigeria’s Constitution, the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, Etc.) Act 2015, and other laws protecting public discourse, national security, and public order.
The originating summons, filed on November 24, 2025, stems from a Sahara Reporters article titled
“EXCLUSIVE: How Tinubu’s Defence Minister Matawalle Maintains Contact With Bandit Leaders, Ordered Them To Compel Communities To Vote For APC—Former Aide,” published on November 19, 2025.
Ambassador Ogorry alleges that the publication contains grave, unfounded accusations against the Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Matawalle, claiming he maintains illicit contacts with bandit leaders, orders communities to vote for the All Progressives Congress (APC), and engages in activities that undermine counter-terrorism efforts.
These claims, according to the suit, are not only false but also fabricated to incite alarm, hatred, and ill-will, while endangering national security and public safety.
In his affidavit supporting the summons, Ambassador Ogorry, a Nigerian citizen and resident of Abuja with a long-standing commitment to public order and lawful civic discourse, emphasized that the article was disseminated widely across Sahara Reporters’ website, social media channels, X.com (Twitter) account, Facebook pages, WhatsApp broadcasts, and other platforms. He described the publication as a blatant violation of Section 39(3)(a) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), which prohibits speech that endangers public safety, national security, and public order. Furthermore, it contravenes Sections 24(1)(a) & (b) of the Cybercrimes Act 2015 by disseminating false, misleading, and harmful information capable of causing alarm or ill-will.
“The defendants’ reckless actions have not only tarnished the reputation of a dedicated public servant but have also compromised ongoing military operations against banditry and terrorism in Nigeria’s North-West region,” said Ambassador Ogorry. “This publication promotes distrust, exposes the Minister to risks, and undermines the morale of our armed forces engaged in counter-terrorism. It is a direct assault on our national security and the freedom of expression that must be balanced with responsibility.”
The lawsuit seeks the following reliefs from the court:
– A declaration that the publication is false, misleading, malicious, and not protected speech under Section 39(1) of the Constitution (as amended).
– A declaration that it falls within restricted speech under Section 39(3)(a), endangering public safety, national security, and public order.
– A declaration that it violates Sections 24(1)(a) & (b) of the Cybercrimes Act 2015 by prohibiting false, harmful, or misleading information.
– AN ORDER OF INJUNCTION restraining the Defendants, their agents, or privies from further publishing, distributing, circulating, or causing to be circulated the said false publication or any other malicious publication especially as it relates to and against the person of Defence Minister, Dr. Matawalle.
– An order directing the defendants to issue a public retraction of the publication and publish a full apology on their website and social media channels for 14 consecutive days.
– General and exemplary damages of N10,000,000,000 (Ten Billion Naira) for the frivolous, false, and malicious publication geared toward endangering public safety, national security, and public order.
Ambassador Ogorry highlighted that the article, based on unverified claims from an alleged “former senior aide,” lacks any official record or evidence, demonstrating the defendants’ disregard for truth and ethical journalism. He urged the court to address this as a matter of urgent national importance, citing precedents such as President F.R.N. v. ISA (2017) and Guardian Newspapers v. AIEH (2011), which affirm that freedom of expression does not protect reckless publications that threaten security.
“This lawsuit is not just about correcting a falsehood; it’s about safeguarding Nigeria’s democracy, protecting public officials from baseless attacks, and ensuring media accountability,” Ambassador Ogorry added. “Sahara Reporters and Omoyele Sowore must be held responsible for their role in spreading dangerous misinformation that could fuel terrorism and disrupt public order.”
The case is set for hearing in the Abuja Judicial Division, and Ambassador Ogorry expressed confidence in the judiciary’s ability to uphold justice and constitutional principles.
About Ambassador Adebayo Lion Ogorry
Ambassador Adebayo Lion Ogorry is a public advocacy practitioner, activist, and Nigerian citizen dedicated to promoting national security, public order, and lawful civic discourse. With a focus on protecting public discourse from malicious interference, he advocates for responsible journalism and governance.
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