Festus Keyamo

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development

All Progressives Congress Delta State

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Bio Summary

Festus Keyamo SAN is Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, appointed in August 2023. A distinguished lawyer, columnist, and human rights activist from Delta State, he previously served as Minister of State for Labour and Employment and for the Niger Delta region. Known for his legal acumen and bold activism, he now leads aviation sector reforms, engaging stakeholders from NCAT to Boeing to modernize Nigeria’s aviation industry.

Education

Primary: Model Primary (Oharisi), Ughelli (1975–1981)
Secondary: Government College, Ughelli (1981–1986), completed Higher School Certificate there
University: LL.B (Second Class Upper), Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma — 1992
Called to Nigerian Bar — December 1993
Fellow, Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (UK)

Professional Background

Began legal career at Gani Fawehinmi’s Chambers (1993–1995); thereafter founded his own firm, Festus Keyamo Chambers, with offices in Lagos, Abuja, and Warri
Known as a human rights lawyer, he represented high-profile clients, including Mujahid Dokubo-Asari, Ralph Uwazuruike, and cases involving Bola Ige’s murder and service chiefs’ appointments
Appointed SAN (Senior Advocate of Nigeria) in 2017; also awarded Global Human Rights Award, USA

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