L-R: Mr Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, PBAT
The Airline Operators of Nigeria, AON, has expressed profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, PBAT, for his choice of barrister Festus Keyamo, as Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, and for his revolutionary programs that have made the industry to soar again, and have positively impacted the entire West Coast of Africa.
Festus Keyamo’s positive impact the AON noted, was instrumental to his recent appointment as Chairman of the Council of Ministers of the Banjul Accord Group (BAG) – a coalition of seven West African countries committed to the advancement of civil aviation in the sub-region.
The President was commended for his visionary leadership and for consistently demonstrating an exceptional ability to put round pegs in round holes, as evidence in the appointment of Festus Keyamo, which is proof that when competent hands are entrusted with responsibility, the results speak for themselves.
According to the statement from AON signed by its President, Alhaji Abdulmunaf Yunusa, and the Vice President, Dr. Allen Onyema, Festus Keyamo’s appointment as Chairman of Banjui Accord Group, BAG, was a testament to the Minister’s exceptional leadership, bold reforms, and tireless dedication to repositioning Nigeria’s aviation sector as a beacon of excellence across Africa.
AON further stated that Keyamo’s appointment affirmed Nigeria’s growing influence in shaping the future of aviation on the continent and globally.
The AON testified in its statement that, “since assuming office, Mr. Keyamo has championed far-reaching reforms that have revitalised the aviation industry, such as the revised regulatory framework for leased aircraft insurance, to ensure Nigeria’s proactive engagement with the global Aviation Working Group.
These efforts the AON noted, “have significantly improved investors’ confidence, aircraft financing options, and ease of doing business for indigenous operators.
The owners and operators of scheduled commercial airline said “Under Festus Keyamo’s stewardship, Nigerian airlines have achieved new milestones, including the historic Lagos-to-London flight by Air Peace and Nigeria’s strategic participation at the prestigious Aviation Finance Conference in Dublin, both historic feats that have placed the nation firmly on the global aviation map.
“Minister Keyamo’s commitment to safety, efficiency, and sustainable growth is evident in his continuous push for infrastructure investment and his successful advocacy for the Cape Town Convention’s full implementation, moves that have enhanced Nigeria’s international aviation standing, the AON attested.
The statement noted that “under the Renewed Hope Agenda, Nigeria’s aviation industry is experiencing a golden era of policy clarity, institutional reforms, and global relevance unparalleled in over two decades.
“The AON is confident that Minister Keyamo will bring the same level of innovation, excellence, and dedication to his new role at the BAG Council of Ministers, advancing regional cooperation and driving sustainable aviation development across West Africa” the statement conjectured
The statement reiterated, “once again, congratulations to our Honourable Minister. The skies are indeed brighter with your leadership”.
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