Festus Keyamo
Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Festus Keyamo is the current minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development. He is from Delta state in the South-South part of the country. He is a Christian from Ughelli North Local Government Area. He was born on 21 January 1970 (56 years old).
About Nigerian Federal Ministers
Nigerian federal ministers are appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate under Section 147 of the 1999 Constitution. Each minister heads a federal ministry and is responsible for implementing government policy within that sector. Ministers serve at the pleasure of the President and together form the Federal Executive Council, which deliberates on major government decisions. By constitutional requirement, the President must appoint at least one minister from each of Nigeria's 36 states, ensuring the principle of federal character is reflected in the cabinet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the current Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development?
Festus Keyamo is the current Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development in the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The minister heads the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development and is responsible for implementing government policy in that sector.
When was Festus Keyamo born?
Festus Keyamo was born on 21 January 1970, which makes he 56 years old.
What state is Minister Festus Keyamo from?
Minister Festus Keyamo is from Delta State in Nigeria's South-South geopolitical zone. Under Section 147 of the 1999 Constitution, the President must appoint at least one minister from each of Nigeria's 36 states.
What does a Nigerian federal minister do?
A federal minister is appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate to head a specific federal ministry. The minister sets policy, manages the ministry's budget and staff, represents Nigeria in sector-related international engagements and is part of the Federal Executive Council, which advises the President on national matters.