Workers in the country’s aviation sector are worried that what happened to workers of the former Nigeria Airways might haunt them if the issue of airport concession was not well managed. Former workers of Nigeria Airways are yet to receive their full payment years after liquidation by the administration of the President Olusegun Obasanjo Speaking […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has conferred the prestigious Excellence in Aviation Sector Reforms Award on the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo SAN, in recognition of his outstanding leadership, transformative reforms, and unwavering commitment to repositioning Nigeria’s aviation sector for global competitiveness. The honour was bestowed during the Nigeria Excellence Awards in […]
United Nigeria Airlines will today commence its maiden commercial flight to Ekiti State from the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, with the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Olorogun Festus Keyamo (SAN), leading dignitaries and guests. The milestone deepens domestic air connectivity and strengthens the airline’s commitment to developing emerging routes with rising economic and […]
The federal government may seize the assets of Dana Air to refund passengers and travel agents who have been unable to recover their money, according to Festus Keyamo, minister of aviation and aerospace development. Keyamo announced this on Tuesday in Abuja during the ministry’s fourth-quarter stakeholders’ engagement titled “leveraging public feedback to drive excellence in […]
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 […]
BY CHUKWUEMEKE IWELUNMO As aviators light up Abuja as Nigeria hosts the first IFAIMA global conference, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo has emphasised the importance of Aeronautical Information Management in ensuring safe, regular, and efficient air navigation. In his opening address at the Global Aeronautical Information Management (AIM) Conference 2025, […]
BY CHUKWUEMEKE IWELUNMO Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo SAN, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s unwavering commitment to fostering a sustainable aviation ecosystem through strategic collaboration with the Nigerian Air Force. Keyamo made this known while addressing participants at the 4th African Air Forces Forum held in Lagos. Speaking at the high-level continental […]
BY CHUKWUEMEKE IWELUNMO The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo, has described the inauguration of the Aviation Chapter of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) as a timely and visionary step that aligns with ongoing reforms in Nigeria’s aviation sector. Speaking at the historic event in Lagos, Mr. Keyamo commended […]
By Dooyum Naadzenga The Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo SAN CON FCIArb (UK), has reaffirmed Nigeria’s dedication to global air transport standards and facilitation protocols. Keyamo made this known yesterday in his address in Doha, Qatar during the 2025 ICAO Facilitation (FAL) Conference. A statement by Special Advisor, Media and Communication […]
By Tunde Opalana The Federal Government will take decisive steps against all illegal chartered operations by private jets and private aircrafts owners in the country. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo SAN, disclosed this while receiving the report of the 7-member Committee on Illegal Chartered Operations and Related Matters at the Ministry’s headquarters […]
BY CHUKWUEMEKE IWELUNMO The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo and the Director General Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) are set to crown best cabin crew as the King And Queen of the Air (NKQA) at the 14th annual NIGAV Award and Ministerial Dinner, scheduled for Friday, April 11, 2025, from 2:00 […]
By Dooyum Naadzenga The Federal Government of Nigeria has embarked on a initiative to decentralize the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT) in Zaria. This decision, announced by President Bola Tinubu, involves splitting the college into six campuses across the country’s geopolitical zones. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo says, the initiative aims […]
.. seeks fresh bidding By Haruna Salami The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo ( SAN), declared in Abuja on Wednesday that his Ministry has rejected outrageous contract variation of N532billion from N90billion awarded to contractor handling the 2nd runway of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport , Abuja. He said the contract has been […]
…as Minister, Oyebanji hail Afe Babalola for contributions to Airport By Ayodele Adesanmi The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has said that the Ekiti Agro Allied Cargo International Airport is 99.5% ready for full commercial operations. Keyamo stated this during a joint inspection of the airport with the state governor, Biodun Oyebanji. […]
BY CHUKWUEMEKE IWELUNMO The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace, Mr Festus Keyamo has charged various professional bodies in the aviation sector to focus on solutions to myraids of problems facing the sector In his keynote address at the National Administrative Council (NAC)/ National Executive Council (NEC) Meeting of the National Association of Aircraft Pilots and […]
BY CHUKWUEMEKE IWELUNMO Nigeria’s strategic geographical positioning and its potential to become Africa’s aviation hub took centre stage at the International Route Development Conference, Network Cargo 2024, in Moscow, Russia. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, delivered a compelling keynote address to global aviation leaders, highlighting Nigeria’s plans to strengthen its aviation […]
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo says the Federal Government is making efforts to tackle the menace of tours and extortionists at the nation’s airports. The minister, who made this known on his verified X account (@fkeyamo) on Sunday, expressed sadness over prevalence of touts and extortionists at the country’s international airports. […]
The Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, has revealed plans by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) government to lift the visa ban imposed on Nigerian travellers soon. Keyamo, during a 44-minute interview with the Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu, Otega Ogra, on the State House YouTube, noted that a resolution has been reached between […]
Festus Keyamo, the enigmatic figure at the helm of Nigeria’s aviation sector, has been a subject of both admiration and controversy. His unconventional approach to governance has polarised opinions, with some hailing him as a visionary leader and others questioning his methods. As the Aviation Minister, Keyamo has been unapologetically vocal about his commitment to […]
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, on Monday confirmed that Emirates Airline is set to resume flights to Nigeria. The Minister said that all the necessary things have been put in place and he has the letter from the airline signalling their intention to resume flights to Nigeria. Naija News reports Keyamo […]