Politics
FG Building Foundation For Economic Growth – Lai Mohammed
The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed says the Federal Government is building enduring foundation for national and economic growth and it will not be deterred in the process.
The minister stated this on Thursday in Lagos at the Aviation Safety Roundtable with the theme, “Aviation as a Catalyst for Economic Growth’’.
He said the government was passionate and committed to reviving the nation’s infrastructure which had gone bad over the years including those of the aviation sector.
Mohammed, who was reacting to series of challenges identified by stakeholders as facing the development of the sector, noted that solutions lied in collaboration and regular engagements.
He said the President Muhammadu Buhari’s led administration had unprecedentedly increased capital expenditure because of its commitment to improving national infrastructure.
The minister identified institutional resistance as one of the greatest challenges faced by the change agenda of the present government.
He stressed that government would not be deterred in its cardinal agenda of fighting corruption and insecurity, building infrastructure and revamping the economy.
Mohammed noted that Public-Private-Partnership was key to the development of the aviation sector.
He said the modern and effective MM2 Airport Terminal in Lagos built by Bi-courtney Ltd. under the Built, Operate and Transfer Agreement was a good example.
He, therefore, called on stakeholders in the industry to work closely with government in finding lasting solutions to the challenges in the sector.
Speaking on the relevance of the roundtable to his ministry, Mohammed said that for tourism to grow, it needed the collaboration of sectors like aviation, foreign affairs, health, and agriculture among others.
“There cannot be tourism development without airports, and most airports will also collapse if there are no tourists.
“You can see the symbiotic relationship between aviation and tourism.
“This roundtable offers us the opportunity to exchange ideas and proffer solutions to the myriad of problems facing us,’’ he said.
The minister said that one of the takeaways from this roundtable was the offer by the Airlines Operators of Nigeria (AON) to collaborate with his Ministry in promoting domestic tourism.
Earlier, the President of AON, Capt. Noggie Meggisson disclosed that the association was working with the ministry on slashing air fares to local tourist destinations across the country, particularly on weekends.
He said the programme is meant to encourage Nigerians to take delight on visiting local tourism sites which abound in the country rather than travelling outside the country for leisure.
The Chairman of Bicourtney, Wale Babalakin (SAN) said aviation could become a catalyst for economic growth if the government could be consistent in its policies, honour its agreement and create a more enabling environment for private sector to thrive in the industry.
The Chief Executive Officer of Airpeace Airline, Mr Allen Onyema identified bureaucracy, multiple taxations, and unfavourable government policies among others as some of the challenges facing the sector.
He advocated the development of a modern and legal framework to guide the sector.
Onyema commended the administration of President Buhari for the policy of free duties on imported aircraft, accessories and parts to encourage investors.
He also commended the Executive Order on Ease of Doing Business which he said was helping to boost the aviation and other sectors.
Henry Ani
July 14, 2017 at 10:18 am
Monkey
Nnaji-Edeh Innocent
July 14, 2017 at 8:00 am
The return of liar maestro
Frank Ochiabuto
July 14, 2017 at 6:51 am
#lie don wakeup again
Johnbosco Onyekachukwu Ifedigbo
July 14, 2017 at 6:32 am
Another lie
Paul Majah
July 14, 2017 at 6:13 am
For how long Mr Lie
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Femi Badejo
July 14, 2017 at 5:50 am
Hmmmmm, which person papa be dis man? He can tell lies for Africa.
Obinna Obiakor
July 14, 2017 at 4:19 am
Please sing with me.
He has come again, he has come again, father he has come again….Holy Ghost come and take control…..amen!!!
Kenny Donald Anumege
July 14, 2017 at 3:48 am
Hmmm Mr. Liar Mohd our honourable minister of Disinformation
Onyedikachi Nwome
July 14, 2017 at 1:37 am
I never expect him back on air becos he finished his first stage of lies within mbuharis previous medical trip..maybe his reasons of being quite for ago z to consult some oracles; cos z only evil minded pple that speaks lie…shame on him for letting ovr 150million naija pple identify him as a “lier”.
Anthony Ekenze
July 14, 2017 at 12:30 am
The lie lie continues
Matthew Benedict
July 13, 2017 at 11:14 pm
Sir lie
Chukwukadibia Dennis
July 13, 2017 at 10:42 pm
oh am very sorry for dis man children and generations.becos of money.
Obyno Emeka
July 13, 2017 at 9:09 pm
Lie how market nah
Daniel Kayode
July 13, 2017 at 8:25 pm
Lieing Muhammad again I thought Nigeria have had enough of our lies pls stop Nigerian are feedup.
Stan Ogbuagu
July 13, 2017 at 8:24 pm
beautiful lie
Osondu
July 13, 2017 at 9:23 pm
This man can lie well well
Akinola Oloruntoba
July 13, 2017 at 8:12 pm
Prof Lai where have you been.
Emmanuel Decency
July 13, 2017 at 8:12 pm
Dis lie is insoluble in water, who can bet
Franklin Nweke
July 13, 2017 at 8:08 pm
Mr lie long time with more lies
Uche Okwuoha
July 13, 2017 at 8:04 pm
Lie lie
Eke Paul
July 13, 2017 at 7:57 pm
Old cow or coward
Chima Johnson
July 13, 2017 at 7:55 pm
Till when
Chukwuemeka Samuel
July 13, 2017 at 7:52 pm
Mr. Lair is back with his lies, pls may we the foundation(s)
Christian Ogbonna
July 13, 2017 at 7:41 pm
welcome back lie Mohammed
Onyemaechi Tony
July 13, 2017 at 7:34 pm
Idiot.
Anyimotion Lucky Ifeanyi
July 13, 2017 at 7:21 pm
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Thife lie lie people
Emmanuel Okwytus
July 13, 2017 at 7:05 pm
No evidence to prove
Juliet Princes
July 13, 2017 at 7:00 pm
they have call off the lies strike
Sam Aroh Chidi
July 13, 2017 at 6:57 pm
HIS LIE-NESS DON COME AGAIN OO!… “STILL BUILDING”… THIS TIME, THIS PERIOD?… U WELL?
Nonsoki-Bobo Lastborn
July 13, 2017 at 6:52 pm
Names has some kind of implications ooo
Joseph Emujakpouer
July 13, 2017 at 6:51 pm
lie lie Mohammad why all this lie again
Eze Chinecherem
July 13, 2017 at 6:36 pm
Welcome back mr lai
Tochukwu Emeka
July 13, 2017 at 6:32 pm
Liar
Nwoye Kelvin
July 13, 2017 at 6:30 pm
Where Have You Been Mr Lai?
Obiakor Sunday
July 13, 2017 at 6:29 pm
Amen, but our people should return money they stock abroad. :
Frank Adinkwu
July 13, 2017 at 6:27 pm
You don wake up? We have been expecting to hear from you since
Innocent Asuquo
July 13, 2017 at 6:26 pm
Pls. Listen to ur self “FG building foundation for…” r u serious or joking? Two years down the road n ur still buildin foundation? Whn wil u finish?
Yusuf Musa
July 13, 2017 at 6:23 pm
Where did you hid yourself all this while? I thought whether you are with your boss in London hospital.
Joshua Emmanuel
July 13, 2017 at 6:22 pm
lie Mohammed even santan bow to ur lies you be expert 4 d business
Ugochukwu Godswill
July 13, 2017 at 6:16 pm
hahahahahah lie mohammed ahahahahahah u too much oooooo do u hv any comment nigerians has finish u here oooooo i no fit control my laugh here oooooo
Eze Chijioke
July 13, 2017 at 6:15 pm
lie mohammed needs restructure! bfore he meets d davil.
Chizoba Kings
July 13, 2017 at 6:12 pm
Liar mohammed!
Ik Ogodo
July 13, 2017 at 6:09 pm
Thats lie lie on board,welcm to the world of lie,mr liar
Chukwuemeka Dim
July 13, 2017 at 6:08 pm
d liar is back on d game he has mastery on. LYING has really restructured d shape ur mouth.
Nelson Innocent E. Innocent
July 13, 2017 at 6:04 pm
Lie lie producer limited…Stupid Fool
Nelson Innocent E. Innocent
July 13, 2017 at 6:03 pm
Lol
Emmanuel Chukwuebuka
July 13, 2017 at 6:02 pm
Story story
Cythia Odinachi
July 13, 2017 at 6:02 pm
Oga lie welcome oo i jus the wonder where you dey since.
Omatali John Chukwuneme
July 13, 2017 at 5:59 pm
You don wake up from sleep ??
Slim Sugar Frank
July 13, 2017 at 5:55 pm
Buhari Really Finished Your Political Career By Giving U This Lying Job Even When He Knew Your Name Alone Is Liar.
Asogwo Chidi Frank
July 13, 2017 at 5:55 pm
Old fool
Tochukwu James
July 13, 2017 at 5:55 pm
Lai again?,
Mtcheeeew!!!
Samuel Okparaocha
July 13, 2017 at 5:55 pm
I thaught you are dead
Peter Wisdom
July 13, 2017 at 5:55 pm
Shamelessness!! Everything about this administration since 2015 is; WILL!!!
Abasiama Ansa
July 13, 2017 at 5:53 pm
Lolz
Onyeka James
July 13, 2017 at 5:53 pm
Hmmmm, again, have he started
Adama Godwin
July 13, 2017 at 5:53 pm
Lai is back
Felix Okechukwu
July 13, 2017 at 5:53 pm
Lai again!
Kenneth Emeaso
July 13, 2017 at 5:52 pm
Lai Mohammed have started again with his lies,i thought this liar has repented,
Obinna Okeke
July 13, 2017 at 5:52 pm
Beautiful liar
Anselem C Benjamine
July 13, 2017 at 5:50 pm
I wich you can say the truth at this time and cover all your lies
Sunny Okonofua
July 13, 2017 at 5:50 pm
Can somebody please caution this old man?
Christmas Billy
July 13, 2017 at 5:48 pm
Back from Ramadan….tell us more about buhari
Uzoewulu Okey
July 13, 2017 at 5:46 pm
you lack respect,bloody liar,a distraction based statement,where have been,is baba alive,not economy now,yoe have lied enough!
Achike Print
July 13, 2017 at 5:44 pm
See your mouth lie Muhammad .
David Okechi
July 13, 2017 at 5:43 pm
Lai lai mohammed again? When will you stop to lie foundation for 2 years and still counting fools
Ufondus Evergreen
July 13, 2017 at 5:43 pm
welcome back Mr. lie, ..we miss ur lies so much.
Nkwo Friday Kelechi
July 13, 2017 at 5:41 pm
Jackal or hyena, which one u b? We d miss u lies sha
Arinze Alex Jr.
July 13, 2017 at 5:41 pm
Welcome back Mr lies sorry lia…… lol hahahahahhah
Ifeayi Ndubuisi
July 13, 2017 at 5:40 pm
yet anoda lie..
Ubanese Agu Johnson
July 13, 2017 at 5:39 pm
U don come back.
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July 13, 2017 at 5:38 pm
foolish liar
Ibraheem Ummar
July 13, 2017 at 5:38 pm
LOL EHWOOOOO
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July 13, 2017 at 5:37 pm
Another lie
Hector Chijioke
July 13, 2017 at 5:37 pm
Liar where have you been
Frank Ahiakwo
July 13, 2017 at 5:37 pm
Welcome back Minister of lie.
Stella Obilo
July 13, 2017 at 5:36 pm
Baba lie lie welcome Bk,
Ikechukwu Liberty Eze
July 13, 2017 at 5:35 pm
Hahahaha nwa bingo, Mr. liar get behind me
Ifeanyi Anthony Okafor
July 13, 2017 at 5:34 pm
Lie Muhammad your papa
Ogbuike Obi Augustine Chosen
July 13, 2017 at 5:33 pm
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Chimar Friday
July 13, 2017 at 5:32 pm
Lie Mumumade has gone mad again o.
Daniel Mbah
July 13, 2017 at 5:30 pm
mr lie welcome back with your lies
Osinachi De Native
July 13, 2017 at 5:30 pm
Lie lie you done start again
Ambrose Ify Ugwudor
July 13, 2017 at 5:29 pm
Oga lai,welcome back.
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July 13, 2017 at 5:29 pm
Lier
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July 13, 2017 at 5:27 pm
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July 13, 2017 at 5:27 pm
Ezz Peace
July 13, 2017 at 5:26 pm
Well come back, we has mist you a lot