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Festus Keyamo

Keyamo Unveils NiMet’s 2026 SCP, Warns Farmers Against Early Planting As Anosike Calls for Deeper State Partnerships

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Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, unveiled the Nigerian Meteorological Agency’s (NiMet) 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP) on Tuesday, urging farmers across Nigeria to resist the temptation of early planting despite scattered rains in parts of the country. Speaking at a high-profile event in Abuja, Keyamo emphasized that the true rainy season […]

Keyamo unveils 2026 climate forecast, cautions against premature planting

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Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development Festus Keyamo, SAN, unveiled the Nigerian Meteorological Agency’s (NiMet) 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP) on Tuesday, urging farmers across Nigeria to resist the temptation of early planting despite scattered rains in parts of the country. Speaking at a high-profile event in Abuja, Keyamo emphasized that the true rainy season […]

Federal Government ,Aero Alliance Seal Historic Concession Deal for Enugu Airport

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The Federal Government has officially signed a concession agreement for the management of the Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu. The agreement was formalized on Thursday, January 22, 2026, between the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development and Aero Alliance Limited. According to TheCable, the signing ceremony was presided over by the Minister of Aviation, […]

Keyamo signs Enugu Airport concession agreement

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  The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has signed the formal concession agreement for the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu State. A statement by Special Adviser On Media and Communications to the Minister, Tunde Moshood, said the signing ceremony took place at the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Abuja, where the […]

Senate summons Keyamo,  Aviation stakeholders over hike in airfares

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Concerned about the public outcry by Nigerians over  the rising cost of airfares introduced by  domestic airlines  in the country, the Senate on Tuesday summoned the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN and other key stakeholders in the sector for an urgent interface with a view to cushioning the effects on air […]

FG calls for establishment of Nigerian-owned aircraft leasing firms

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The announcement was made by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, who was represented at the 2025 FAAN National Aviation Conference (FNAC) held on Monday. According to him, indigenous leasing firms will deepen aviation financing and support the modernisation of airline fleets. He noted that FAAN’s investment proposals are structured to attract […]

The consequences of no consequence

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Picture of Festus Keyamo. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development of Nigeria

BY OLALEYE OLAWALE On an Enugu Air flight to Lagos from Abuja this morning, August 16th, another mild drama played out briefly. As the plane taxied, the pilot, a female captain, announced that there was a recalcitrant passenger who had declined switching off his phone as instructed, and that if the fellow insisted, she might […]

KWAM 1’s aviation ambassador role is unpaid community service, says Keyamo

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Festus Keyamo, minister of aviation and aerospace development, has clarified KWAM 1’s appointment as an unpaid community service role. The minister released this statement on his X page shortly after his announcement of KWAM 1’s ambassadorial role went viral and was heavily criticized by Nigerians. Keyamo likened the ambassadorial role to voluntary community service, adding […]

KWAM 1 appointed as airport protocol ambassador after ban reduction

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Festus Keyamo, minister of aviation, says Wasiu Ayinde, the Fuji musician popularly known as KWAM 1, will serve as an ambassador for airport security protocol. Keyamo announced the decision on Wednesday via his X page while addressing recent incidents in the aviation sector. According to him, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) will work […]

‘Fly Kwam1 and lose your license’ – Keyamo warns local, international airlines

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Festus Keyamo, minister of aviation and aerospace development, has warned all local and international airlines against flying Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde for the duration of his ban. Keyamo made the statement on Thursday following Wasiu Ayinde’s altercation with the crew of a ValueJet aircraft on Tuesday at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. Wasiu Ayinde, […]

Keyamo defends N712bn Lagos airport project, says terminal is “decrepit and smelly”

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Festus Keyamo, minister of aviation and aerospace development, has defended the federal government’s plan to remodel Terminal One of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos with N712 billion, saying the aim is to meet global aviation standards. Appearing on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Keyamo described the existing terminal, built over 40 years ago, as […]

Keyamo voted aviation personality of the Year, recognized for leadership

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The coordinator of the 14th Nigeria Aviation Award Performance Review community Mr Fortune Idu says, aviation stakeholders have overwhelmingly passed vote of confidence on the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development Mr Festus Keyamo as the Aviation Personality of the Year 2024. According to Mr Idu, this was shown at the just concluded Nigeria Aviation […]

Appraising Keyamo’s Aviation Milestone

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Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, took office amidst a whirlwind of challenges in the aviation sector. The industry grappled with unresolved issues, including the contentious Nigeria Air project, airport concessions, dollar scarcity, high aviation fuel costs, and multiple taxation woes. Keyamo pledged transparency, teamwork, and selflessness, essential ingredients for achieving President […]

A New Dawn in Nigeria’s Skies: Festus Keyamo’s Bold Crusade Against Illegal Air Charter Operations

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In the complex world of aviation, where regulatory oversight is crucial to ensuring safety and legality, one name has emerged as a beacon of reform: Festus Keyamo SAN CON, FCIArb (UK), the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development. His recent efforts to address the rampant issue of illegal aircraft operations in Nigeria have garnered […]

Aviation Minister Keyamo Gets Thumbs Up for Improved Standard At Airports

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The Agenda for Good Governance in Nigeria (AGGN) has applauded the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development Festus Keyamo for the significant improvements in the nation’s airports. The group said following an independent tour of the airports, it noticed first-hand that the airports have witnessed considerable upgrades in infrastructure development. A statement by its President, […]

Keyamo suspends controversial $300 helicopter landing fee amid backlash

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By Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo has suspended $300 helicopter landing fee, temporarily. The fee, outsourced to Naebi Dynamic Concept Limited, faced significant backlash from airlines and oil workers’ unions. They argued the fee was commercially harmful to both chopper operators and the broader Nigerian economy. Keyamo’s announcement came through […]

PRESASS 2024 ends in Abuja as aviation minister Keyamo tasks participants on downscaling climate information

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Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has tasked participants at the Regional Forum Workshop on Seasonal Forecasts of Agro-hydro-climatic characteristics of the rainy season for the Sudanian and Sahelian zones of West Africa and the Sahel (PRESASS), to downscale outcome of the workshop to their local communities. Mr Keyamo who spoke in […]

Festus Keyamo: Reaching for the sky

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Slow but steady, normalcy is beginning to return to the Nigerian aviation sector, thanks to the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo SAN. More revolutionary transformation beckons. A radical lawyer and rights activist who made a name for himself through civil society advocacy before venturing into politics, Mr. Keyamo served as Minister […]

Keyamo bags Munich airport recognition

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By Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo has been presented with a recognition certificate by Mr Lorenzo di Loreto, Managing Director of Munich Airport International. The certificate was awarded to the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development for its long-standing strategic relationship with Munich Airport International. The presentation ceremony was […]

Keyamo tells Atiku only way to prove alleged certificate forgery against Tinubu

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The Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo has said the allegation of certificate forgery against President Bola Tinubu by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar does not hold water. Keyamo on Sunday argued that the Chicago State University has not denied the authenticity of the certificate being paraded by Tinubu nor is there […]