By Raphael Atuu

In an era where visionary leadership is shaping the future of Africa’s economic landscape, Aminatu Dahiru Chiroma stands out as a formidable force in business, aviation, and philanthropy.

As Group President of Binani Global Air Services and Binani Group of Companies, Chiroma is redefining industry standards while championing inclusive growth and community development.

Born on 18 February 1983 in Adamawa State, Chiroma’s journey to the pinnacle of corporate leadership reflects a blend of discipline, global education, and strategic foresight.

She began her academic path at Federal Government Girls College, Yola, before advancing to the United Kingdom, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with Business Studies from the University of East London. She further strengthened her academic profile with postgraduate qualifications from the University of Greenwich and Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen, where she also completed a Master of Business Administration in Oil and Gas Management in 2025.

Currently, she is pursuing a Master of Laws (LL.M) at the University of London, underscoring her commitment to continuous learning.
Chiroma’s professional journey began in London, where she served as Executive Director at Binatech System Limited between 2009 and 2011.

There, she developed a strong foundation in business strategy, stakeholder engagement, and operational management. Upon returning to Nigeria, she assumed leadership as Group Managing Director of Binani Group of Companies, spearheading strategic expansion and organizational transformation across multiple sectors.

Today, as Group President of Binani Global Air Services, she leads the airline’s strategic direction, overseeing operations, regulatory compliance, and expansion across key domestic and regional routes.

Her leadership philosophy anchored in safety, innovation, and excellence has positioned the airline as an emerging competitor within Nigeria’s aviation industry.

Under her stewardship, Binani Group has grown into a diversified conglomerate with interests spanning printing, construction, oil and gas, gold trading, and international commodities. Key subsidiaries such as Binani Printing Press, Binani Construction Company, and Binani Oil and Gas continue to thrive under her guidance, contributing to economic development and job creation across the region.

Beyond boardrooms and corporate strategy, Chiroma is deeply committed to social impact. Through the Aminatu Goje Foundation, she leads initiatives focused on empowering women, supporting youth development, and improving healthcare awareness. The foundation’s programs ranging from orphanage outreach to maternal health advocacy have positively impacted communities across Nigeria, reinforcing her belief that business success must be matched with social responsibility.

Her contributions have not gone unnoticed. She has received several accolades, including the “Beacon of Hope for Africa’s Development” award from the All Africa Students Union and the West African Merit Award for her leadership in the printing industry.
Despite her associations with prominent public figures, including her husband, Senator Danjuma Goje, Chiroma has carved out a distinct identity defined by professionalism, innovation, and purpose.

Known for maintaining a low public profile, she remains focused on driving organizational growth while quietly making meaningful contributions to society.

As Nigeria continues to expand its economic and industrial frontiers, leaders like Aminatu Dahiru Chiroma exemplify the synergy between enterprise and impact building not only successful businesses but also stronger communities for future generations.

By Mike Odiakose, Abuja

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewole Adebayo, has raised concerns over what he described as a growing perception that opposition parties are being stifled under the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, warning that Nigeria’s democratic space may be narrowing ahead of the 2027 elections.

Speaking in an interview, Adebayo pointed to a combination of voter apathy, internal crises within opposition parties, and what many observers see as a political environment increasingly tilted in favour of the ruling government.

According to him, the weakness and fragmentation currently plaguing opposition parties cannot be separated from a broader system that appears to discourage credible alternatives and limit effective political competition.

“Strategic partners in an election are not necessarily politicians,” he said, stressing that millions of Nigerians have become disillusioned with the political process.

“If you want to have a coalition, you must find where the 80 percent who didn’t show up are and address why they stayed away.”

His remarks come amid rising concerns in political circles that the opposition’s inability to organise effectively is being compounded by a climate that critics say indirectly benefits the ruling party by weakening rival platforms.

Adebayo expressed skepticism about ongoing coalition talks among opposition figures, warning that alliances lacking discipline, credibility, and shared values could further erode public trust and reinforce the dominance of the incumbent administration.

“You cannot be talking about corruption and accountability and then align with people whose actions contradict those values,” he stated.

He also revealed that attempts by the SDP to engage with other parties have often been frustrated by internal disputes, with multiple factions from the same platforms approaching coalition discussions without resolving their differences—an issue he said reflects deeper structural problems within the opposition.

“We told them, don’t bring your internal problems into coalition discussions. Go back and organise your party first,” Adebayo said.

Despite these challenges, the SDP leader insisted that the real threat to Nigeria’s democracy lies in the growing disengagement of citizens, many of whom no longer see the political system as responsive or inclusive.

Analysts say this disengagement, coupled with persistent crises within opposition parties, reinforces perceptions that the political environment under Tinubu is becoming increasingly difficult for alternative voices to thrive.
Adebayo maintained that beyond electoral contests, the focus should be on rebuilding a system that guarantees accountability and genuine political participation.

“Some people are satisfied once the president is removed. For us, that is only the beginning,” he said.

“The real task is to replace the system with one that reflects good governance and accountability.”

His comments highlight mounting concerns within the opposition that unless the current trajectory is reversed, Nigeria risks entering the next election cycle with weakened political competition and diminished public confidence in democratic institutions.

By David Torough, Abuja

The Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation has reaffirmed its commitment to the successful implementation of the Agro-Climate Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project, as stakeholders convened for a mid-term review meeting in Kaduna.

Speaking at the meeting on Thursday, the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Joseph Terlumun Utsev, emphasized the ministry’s continued dedication to advancing the project’s objectives.

Utsev, who also serves as Co-Chairman of the ACReSAL Steering Committee, highlighted the ministry’s role in watershed management, flood forecasting, and the development of sustainable water infrastructure.

He noted that agencies under the ministry, including River Basin Development Authorities and Hydrological Services, would remain central to strengthening early warning systems and ensuring water resource sustainability for both present and future generations.

The minister described the mid-term review as a critical milestone, providing stakeholders with an opportunity to evaluate progress, assess the effectiveness of interventions, and identify operational challenges that may be limiting the project’s impact.

He added that the meeting would also help deepen collaboration across sectors and institutions, a key factor in achieving the project’s long-term goals.

Utsev outlined priority areas for the project moving forward, including integrated water and landscape management, improved access to reliable hydrological and climate data, and the sustainability and scalability of ongoing interventions.

Also speaking at the event, the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Abbas Lawal, acknowledged the positive impact of ACReSAL on communities nationwide.

He urged state governments to enact supportive legislation to sustain the project’s gains beyond its lifecycle.

The meeting featured presentations from representatives of the Kaduna State Government, including those representing Uba Sani, as well as the Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, and the World Bank’s ACReSAL Technical Team Leader, Joy Agene.

The ACReSAL project is a multi-sectoral initiative aimed at building climate resilience in Nigeria’s semi-arid regions through sustainable land and water management practices.