Feb 10 β€’ 07:04 UTC πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Nigeria Punch

Abia denies suing FG at World Court over cargo airport

The Abia State Government has dismissed claims that it is suing the Federal Government over a cargo airport project in Aba.

The Abia State Government has officially refuted allegations circulating online that Governor Alex Otti has filed a lawsuit against Nigeria's Federal Government at the World Court regarding the approval of a cargo airport in Aba. The state's Commissioner for Information, Okey Kanu, categorized these claims as falsehoods designed to mislead the public and stated that no such legal action exists. He emphasized that the governor has not approached any international court regarding this matter or any other issues involving the state.

Kanu explained that the narrative surrounding the lawsuit is misleading and lacks any foundation. He pointed out that the process for obtaining approvals related to aviation infrastructure in Nigeria is strictly governed by national regulations and administrative protocols. This means that any discussions or disputes in this domain are expected to be resolved within the country's established legal framework without resorting to international courts.

The statement from the Commissioner highlights the potential dangers of misinformation on social media, particularly regarding significant infrastructure projects like the cargo airport. By clarifying the position of the Abia State Government, Kanu aims to uphold public trust and ensure that citizens are not misled by false narratives that could tarnish the government's reputation or disrupt ongoing projects.

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