Festus Keyamo
Festus Keyamo is the Nigerian Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, known for his commitment to enhancing Nigeria's aviation sector and fostering international partnerships. Recently, he signed an amended Bilateral Air Service Agreement between Nigeria and the UAE, which aims to strengthen aviation ties and improve connectivity between the two nations.
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The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, announced the suspension on Wednesday after the Federal Executive Council meeting at the State House, Abuja.
Tinubu suspends cashless airport toll system over gridlock
Nigeria· 2026-03-04
Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, directed Air France to airlift stranded Nigerians and threatened sanctions against the airline.
NCAA Probes Viral Video of Air France Passenger ClashNigeria· 2026-01-25
Festus Keyamo has reshuffled critical directors in the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority amid corruption allegations.
FG Reshuffles NCAA Directors Amid Corruption AllegationsNigeria· 2025-12-26
Festus Keyamo is the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development who emphasized the Ministry’s commitment to the university project.
Stakeholders back establishment of African aviation universiNigeria· 2025-10-16
Festus Keyamo accused Atiku of trying to divert attention from mourning former President Muhammadu Buhari.
Atiku’s PDP Exit Fuels 2027 Election SpeculationNigeria· 2025-07-17
Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, unveiled Ganduje as the board chair.
Ganduje Appointed FAAN Board ChairNigeria· 2025-07-09
The Ministry of Aviation led by Festus Keyamo has committed to supporting domestic airlines in acquiring aircraft at more favourable rates and accessing global markets for better leasing and financing terms.
$180 Taxes Revealed – High Airfare Costs ENigeria· 2025-07-06
Festus Keyamo is the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development expected to attend the launch ceremony of Enugu Air.
Enugu Air Launches Operations MondayNigeria· 2025-07-05
Festus Keyamo has reacted to the coalition of the African Democratic Congress, stating it will strengthen the All Progressives Congress ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Keyamo Calls ADC Coalition a Win for Ruling PNigeria· 2025-07-02Festus Keyamo is the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development who criticized the coalition's new party registration.
Anti-Tinubu Coalition Forms New Party: Details EmergeNigeria· 2025-06-22
Festus Keyamo dismissed the formation of the new opposition party as a failed attempt to recreate the 2013 coalition.
Keyamo mocks anti-Tinubu coalition: ADC's failed alliance atNigeria· 2025-06-21
Festus Keyamo is the Minister of Aviation who supported Air Peace's international growth.
Air Peace Secures Heathrow Slot, Slams CriticsNigeria· 2025-06-18
Festus Keyamo admits that a lack of capacity among private operators is driving up prices in the aviation sector.
Oshiomhole vs Air Peace: Nigeria's VIP EntitlementNigeria· 2025-06-15
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has ordered a full-scale investigation into the matter.
Oshiomhole, Air Peace Clash Sparks InvestigationNigeria· 2025-06-14
Festus Keyamo is the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development to whom Oshiomhole lodged his complaint.
Oshiomhole vs Air Peace — Fiery Airport ShowdownNigeria· 2025-06-12
Chief Festus Keyamo described the gathering as unprecedented in the political history of Delta Central.
Tinubu, Oborevwori Endorsed for 2027 Re-electionNigeria· 2025-06-08
Festus Keyamo participated in the meeting as the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development.
FG moves against airspace violations by foreign aircraftsNigeria· 2025-05-27
Festus Keyamo has declared that the Federal Government is not going to invest any funds in establishing a national carrier for the country.
Govt won’t spend a dime on national carrier – KeyamoNigeria· 2025-05-27
In the aviation sector, Festus Keyamo has proposed rebuilding the old Murtala Muhammed International Airport terminal.
Tinubu ministers’ mid-term scorecardNigeria· 2025-05-25
Festus Keyamo is the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development who announced a shift in aviation strategy to strengthen local airlines.
FG vows to strengthen domestic carriersNigeria· 2025-05-24
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has called on African states to move beyond mere policy declarations and take concrete steps toward implementing the Single African Air Transport Market.
Keyamo urges African states to act on single air transport marketNigeria· 2025-05-19
Festus Keyamo is the Minister of Aviation mentioned in relation to the Delta APC.
People who defected with Oborevwori to APC are returning to PDP – Ex-aide, OjeiNigeria· 2025-05-18
Festus Keyamo is the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development who intervened in the strike situation.
NiMet unions await minister’s intervention after suspending strikeNigeria· 2025-05-18
Festus Keyamo is Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development.
Three Nigerians elected into IFATCANigeria· 2025-05-07
Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, visited Embraer in Brazil to discuss aircraft leasing for Nigerian airline operators.
Keyamo visits aircraft manufacturing company, Embraer, in BrazilNigeria· 2025-05-06
Festus Keyamo emphasized the importance of re-electing President Bola Tinubu to continue current reforms.
Tinubu needs second term to complete reforms – KeyamoNigeria· 2025-04-29Festus Keyamo is mentioned as a leader of the APC in Delta State who should rally around Governor Oborevwori.
Oborevwori, Okowa’s defection to APC in orderNigeria· 2025-04-26
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Chief Festus Keyamo, SAN, charged Nigerians to utilise culture and tourism to sustain peace and national unity in the country.
We must do everything to preserve our culture, traditionsNigeria· 2025-04-25
Festus Keyamo called for a meeting with members of the protesting NiMet unions.
NiMet workers’ strike disrupts flights, FG meets unions todayNigeria· 2025-04-24
Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, announced the designation of Minna airport as an alternative to Abuja airport.
FG declares Minna airport as alternative to Abuja airportNigeria· 2025-04-23