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FESTUS KEYAMO

XEJet a local airline, has officially commenced the construction of its Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO), Flight Support, and Engineering Center at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja.  
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) plans to support Nigerian airlines with 25 aircraft via a leasing subsidiary, using dry lease financing to boost their competitiveness.  
The Federal Government has proposed the Fly Nigeria Act, a legislative framework designed to revitalise the aviation sector by mandating that all government-funded trips prioritise Nigerian flag carriers.
The Abia State Government has announced that construction work on the proposed Abia Airport will commence on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, in Nsulu, Isiala Ngwa North Local Government Area, the approved location for the project.  
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has criticized the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) for its public statement questioning Air Peace's pricing practices.  
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has launched "Operation Air Clean" to tackle corruption, curb illicit activities, and improve the passenger experience at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) and General Aviation Terminal (GAT). 
The Federal Government has clarified that the planned 2025 Air Show in Nigeria will be fully funded by private investors, with no public funds involved in its execution.  
The Federal Government is taking significant steps to enhance the Nigerian aviation sector by exploring advanced training opportunities in Dubai, UAE, for air traffic controllers and Communication, Navigation, and Surveillance (CNS) engineers.  
The Federal Government has announced the introduction of voluntary Special Airport Marshals to monitor staff conduct and assess hygiene standards at Nigerian airports.  
Nigeria has secured the commitment of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) for expanded technical support to strengthen its...
The Federal Government has announced plans to host Nigeria’s first-ever international air show in Lagos in 2025.  
Boeing has announced its commitment to coordinate with global lessors to prioritize Nigerian airlines with concrete plans for aircraft leasing over the next 24 months.