Joint Aviation Unions Honor Minister with Excellence Award

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo, was honored with the Leadership and Excellence Award by the Joint Aviation Trade Unions’ Forum (JATUF).

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The award, recognizing his visionary leadership and significant contributions to the advancement of Nigeria’s aviation sector, was presented at the 2nd Edition of the Aviation Union’s Leadership Conference in Lagos, Southwest Nigeria.

Mr. Henry Agbebire, Director of Special Duties at the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), represented the Minister at the event and expressed Mr. Keyamo’s heartfelt gratitude.

The Minister praised the Union for its efforts in promoting collaboration within the aviation industry and described this year’s conference theme, “Synergy for Safety and Productivity: Management-Labour Collaboration,” as timely and vital for the sector’s development.

In his goodwill message, Mr. Keyamo highlighted the importance of collaboration in ensuring safety and enhancing productivity in the aviation sector.

“Safety and productivity are non-negotiable imperatives in aviation. Achieving these objectives requires a shared vision and concerted action by all stakeholders, especially the management and labor arms of the sector. 

”As the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, I recognize and deeply value the critical role aviation unions play in maintaining workforce morale, advocating for best practices, and ensuring the seamless operation of our industry,” he stated.

The Minister reiterated his commitment to fostering strong partnerships between the government and aviation unions, emphasizing transparency, fairness, and open communication as cornerstones of his leadership.

“I remain dedicated to strengthening our collaboration with aviation unions, maintaining open communication, and addressing concerns with fairness and transparency. Our joint efforts have already produced positive results, and I take pride in the constructive relationships we have established. Together, we can realize the shared goal of building a resilient, efficient, and globally competitive aviation industry,” he stated.

The Leadership and Excellence Award highlights Mr. Keyamo’s commitment to addressing the challenges in the aviation sector while forging partnerships that prioritize safety, productivity, and innovation.

The event brought together key stakeholders from the aviation industry, who commended the Minister’s proactive measures in tackling critical issues and promoting sustainable growth in the sector.

Oluchi Okwuego