Mr Festus Keyamo, (2nd right) in a show of solidarity with Nigerian Aviation Workers Unions leaders in Morocco
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr Festus Keyamo, has paid glowing tribute to the resilience of aviation workers and the labour unions for keeping air transport alive and soaring.
Mr Keyamo paid glowing tribute to aviation unions far away in Marrakesh, Morocco, at the 2024 International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) Congress.
Speaking on his participation at the Congress, Mr Keyamo lauded the unwavering commitment of aviation workers, recognizing their invaluable contributions to the continuous growth, safety, and stability of the sector in Nigeria.
He enthused “The success of our aviation industry is deeply rooted in the dedication and resilience of our workers. We must support and engage with them as partners in our mission to drive the sector forward. My presence here in Marrakesh is a testament to that commitment,” said Keyamo.
According to the media statement by Tunde Moshood, Special Adviser on Media and Communications to the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, the Minister’s attendance as a special guest highlights the Federal Government’s recognition of the essential role transport workers play in stabilizing the aviation sector and the economy as a whole.
The statement added that Keyamo’s presence at “the ITF Congress also signifies the Federal Government’s ongoing efforts to foster stronger collaborations between industry stakeholders, unions, and the government in addressing key challenges, such as workers’ welfare, infrastructural development, and policy reforms that benefit the transport sector”.
“In addition to supporting NUATE and other transport unions, the Honourable Minister used the opportunity to engage with global leaders and experts in the transport and aviation sectors, sharing Nigeria’s vision for a more sustainable and innovative aviation ecosystem”, the statement affirmed.
The Minister was reported to have “reiterated the Ministry’s resolve to improve workers’ conditions, streamline operations, and ensure the growth of Nigeria’s aviation industry aligns with international standards.”
As the ITF Congress 2024 progresses, the Minister’s active involvement underscores Nigeria’s leadership in aviation and its commitment to workers’ rights, safety, and development.
The ITF Congress, one of the largest global transport union gatherings, brings representatives from over 150 countries to discuss key issues, share best practices, and formulate strategies to advance workers’ rights across various transport sectors.
The National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE), the foremost and largest industrial union in Nigeria’s aviation sector, was prominently represented at the event, alongside other transport unions from Nigeria.
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False impression by the aviation minister that he values the importance of the aviation workers must be jettisoned. Hence aviation workers are being denied their rights to live and functions in all ramifications of indices of their survival through 50% deduction of the total earnings of the aviation departments and agencies. No conditions of service, governing boards are not inaugurated, 2019 minimum wage consequential adjustments are not followed nor adequately implemented. The minister actions, policies and regulations are not friendly to the average aviation workers,