BREAKING: Aviation Minister Keyamo summons emergency meeting to address safety concerns

Ima Elijah 11:23 - 27 November 2023

Festus Keyamo, SAN

Nigeria's Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, has called for an emergency meeting with top regulatory agency heads

The Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, has called for an emergency meeting with top regulatory agency heads. The meeting aims to address safety concerns and implement measures to prevent future mishaps.

Minister Keyamo expressed his commitment to tackling the issues head-on during a statement on Twitter.

Due to safety concerns in the aviation sector expressed by members of the public, I have summoned the heads of the regulatory agencies to my office later today to review the incidents that are the cause of these concerns and to ensure that appropriate steps are taken to forestall…
— Festus Keyamo, SAN, CON, FCIArb (UK) (@fkeyamo) November 27, 2023

He highlighted the significance of a comprehensive review of recent incidents, which have caused unease among the public.

The emergency meeting is scheduled to take place later today, November 27, 2023, with the agenda focusing on a thorough examination of recent events that have raised questions about safety in the aviation industry.

Minister Keyamo noted the need for stringent measures to be implemented promptly to guarantee the safety of air travel.

This move by the Minister of Aviation comes in the wake of several incidents in the sector over the past few weeks. The public has been expressing growing concerns about the safety of air travel, prompting the government to take immediate action.

The outcome of the emergency meeting is expected to provide clarity on the steps that will be taken to address the identified safety issues and to reassure the public regarding the measures being put in place to ensure the safety of air transportation in Nigeria.