Transparency and Efficiency: NCC among 2025 Best-Performing top 5 FG Agencies, so says PEBEC

The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has named the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) as one of the top five 2025 best-performing Federal Government agencies under the Transparency and Efficiency Category.

Head, Public Affairs, NCC, Nnenna Ukoha, made this known in a statement in Abuja.

Ukoha said that NCC was recognised alongside the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board, which emerged overall best-performing agency

She said that the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, emerged second, as well as the Nigeria Customs Service and the Nigerian Ports Authority.

“The recognition was announced at the PEBEC Awards and Gala Night held at the State House Banquet Hall, Abuja.

“The award celebrates transparency and efficiency in Nigeria’s public service and was presented to the Commission for its “commitment to openness, accountability and operational excellence in Public Service Delivery,” she said.

Meanwhile, receiving the award on behalf of the commission, the Executive Vice-Chairman of the NCC, Aminu Maida, reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining transparency and accountability in its regulatory approach.

Maida stated that these principles remained central to improving industry performance and fostering a conducive environment for telecommunications businesses to thrive.

He said, “The commission is proud to be listed among the Top Five Best-Performing Federal Government Agencies for 2025.

“This recognition is an affirmation of the values that guide our work, transparency, accountability, and an unwavering commitment to regulatory excellence.

“It signals that the reforms we have pursued, the systems we have strengthened, and the decisions we have taken are yielding the right results.”

Maida said that this award was a validation and responsibility to NCC, adding that it reassures the commission of being on the right path, and a challenge to deepen commitment to the Nigerian people.

“For us at the NCC, this honour is both a validation and a responsibility.

“As an economic regulator, our mandate is to create an environment where operators can thrive an environment that attracts investment and sustains healthy competition, ensuring consumers enjoy the best possible choices.

“Nigerians can rest assured that we will not rest on our oars. We remain fully committed to ensuring that the telecom consumer receives the highest quality of service, supported by a fair, transparent, and competitive industry.”

The EVC assured that the commission would continue to strengthen its collaborations with stakeholders, adding that meaningful progress in the sector can only be achieved through shared commitment and collective action.

Speaking at the awards, the PEBEC Director-General, Zahrah Mustapha-Audu, said the event was organised to celebrate reform champions and highlight progress made in improving the country’s business climate.

“This evening is not merely an awards ceremony, it is a powerful affirmation of possibilities, honouring the champions who have moved beyond compliance, embracing excellence as the new standard for public service delivery.

“The achievements we acknowledge are the tangible result of collective resolve to make Nigeria the most attractive and predictable competitive destination for business in Africa.

“Under the unwavering leadership of President Bola Tinubu, and the active chairmanship of the Vice President, Kashim Shettima, our reform efforts have been characterised by intentionality, accountability, and the strategic deployment of data.

“We understand that to fix the operational environment for businesses, we must first fix the government’s framework,” she said.

Vice-President Kashim Shettima, who chairs the council, said the awards reflected the government’s commitment to a more efficient and competitive public service.

“The PEBEC has spent the last couple of years championing reforms that speak to the whole of our economic aspirations.

“The reforms that make it easier to do business, that restore your best confidence, that ensure our institutions work in the spirit of national growth.

“Tonight, we salute the men and women driving these institutions, when we commit to working together across MDAs, across states and across sectors, Nigeria wins,” he said.

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Air Show: Air Peace soars to new heights with Airline of the Year Award

Our plans to grow Nigeria's Aviation Sector - FG

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, says the Federal Government is ready to improve policies to grow aviation sector.

Keyamo made the remarks on Thursday during the closing ceremony of the maiden edition of the Nigeria International Airshow (NIA) held at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.

He said the Federal Government would enhance the regulatory framework to meet international standards and invest in infrastructure development, including airport upgrades.

The minister added that the government would place greater focus on safety and security protocols to promote growth in the local aviation industry.

Keyamo reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to developing world-class aviation infrastructure and capabilities, noting major strides in aircraft maintenance and training.

He emphasised that the airshow aligned with President Bola Tinubu’s broader vision of a safe, secure, and globally competitive aviation sector capable of stimulating economic growth, boosting tourism, and advancing national security.

“It would be recalled that the Nigeria Air Force set the tone with a captivating aerial demonstration featuring select ceremonial aircraft, showcasing Nigeria’s growing aerospace capability.

“The Nigeria International Airshow serves as more than an exhibition—it is a forward-looking declaration of national ambition.

“It brings together international manufacturers, innovators, regulators, airlines, investors, and aviation enthusiasts to explore opportunities, share knowledge, and showcase cutting-edge technologies,’’ he said.

Francis Odita, Director Special Duties, Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) described outcome of NIA as a big progress in Nigerian aviation sector.

Odita said for Nigeria, “hosting NIA 2025 is a great opportunity to showcase its aviation potential and attract investment.

“This NIA 2025 is really fostering national pride, showcasing the country`s capabilities, facilitating connections between industry professionals, government and business.

“Certainly, it has created temporary and potential permanent jobs in aviation, hospitality, and related sectors with promotion of the national tourism“, he said.

According to him, the NSIB conducts thorough and impartial investigations to determine the circumstances and causes of accidents and serious incidents without assigning blame or liability.

“The ultimate goal is to improve safety by providing safety recommendations based on the findings of its investigations, which helps prevent future accidents.

“As of the NSIB Act of 2022, its responsibilities have expanded beyond air accidents to include investigations in maritime, rail, and road transport, making it a multimodal agency.

“The NSIB was established to replace the Accident Investigation Bureau (AIB), which was previously responsible for investigating air accidents and incidents in Nigeria or to Nigerian-registered aircraft elsewhere,“ he said.

The director added that the NSIB collaborated with national and international bodies to uncover the root causes of accidents and enhance safety standards.

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