Akure airport breach wasn’t targeted, minister clarifies
Nigeria's Minister of Aviation clarified that the recent security breach at Akure Airport was not an intended attack on the facility or its passengers.
Tinubu overrules Keyamo, moves safety investigation bureau to Presidency
President Bola Tinubu has moved the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau to the Presidency, overruling Minister Festus Keyamo amid ongoing debates over the bureau's operational independence.
Keyamo approves cash, card payments at airports after traffic chaos
The Nigerian Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, has approved a hybrid payment system at airports to address traffic congestion caused by the previous cashless system.
Nigeria: Keyamo Suspends Helicopter Landing Fee Enforcement for Two Months
Nigeria's Minister of Aviation has temporarily halted the enforcement of helicopter landing fees for oil and gas operations after discussions with industry stakeholders.
Nigeria: Airport Cashless Policy - Keyamo Urges Nigerians to Exercise Patience
Nigeria's Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, has called on citizens to be patient as the government reviews the initial implementation of a cashless payment system at airports to enhance efficiency and reduce corruption.
FCT poll: Real Nigerians have spoken, Keyamo dismisses critics
Festus Keyamo, Nigeria's Minister of Aviation, commended residents of the Federal Capital Territory for their participation in area council elections while criticizing those who claim to represent national opinions without a mandate.
Opposition Only Calls Elections Fair When They Win — Keyamo
Nigerian Minister Festus Keyamo criticizes opposition parties for their claims of electoral fraud in recent elections, labeling their complaints as exaggerated and unfounded.
APC is not a party of saints, but better than PDP — Keyamo
Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation, acknowledges that while the All Progressives Congress (APC) is not perfect, it is a better option than the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Early rains don’t signal start of rainy season, FG warns
The Federal Government of Nigeria has warned against interpreting early rains as the official beginning of the 2026 rainy season, emphasizing that weather patterns can be misleading for farmers and others reliant on rain.
Keyamo backs Baze University aviation training proposal
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development Festus Keyamo has supported the establishment of a School of Aviation at Baze University in Abuja to enhance Nigeria's aviation workforce.
Flights resume at Enugu airport after protest over concession plan
Flight operations have resumed at Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu after aviation workers protested the government's concession plan for the facility.