he Nigerian aviation industry has witnessed the collapse of over 100 airlines in the past 40 years, according to Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development. Speaking at the 10th anniversary celebration of Air Peace in Lagos, Keyamo highlighted the high mortality rate in the industry and promised that the current administration aims to reverse this trend.
Keyamo expressed his admiration for Air Peace, West Africa’s largest airline and Nigeria’s flag carrier, noting its resilience over the past decade. “If you look at the history of airlines in Nigeria, you will discover that it is difficult for them to survive 10 years and still look healthy,” Keyamo remarked. He cited past airlines, such as Concord, Zenith, and Bellview, which once thrived but eventually collapsed, underscoring the challenging environment in which Nigerian airlines operate.
The minister described the industry’s struggles as “worrisome” and noted that Nigeria accounts for 80 percent of all domestic air travel across Africa—a testament to the sector‘s potential and the critical need for stability. “Not West Africa, not Central Africa, but the whole of Africa,” Keyamo said, referencing a recent Boeing study.
As part of the government‘s efforts to address the issue, Keyamo pledged to investigate the causes behind the frequent airline shutdowns, identifying them as “a priority for reform.” The aim, he stated, is to create an environment where Nigerian airlines can thrive without the persistent risk of collapse.
I think Minister Keyamo should focus on improving road safety instead of airline reforms. Its a bigger issue in Nigeria.
I think Minister Keyamo should focus on improving road safety instead of airline reforms. Too many accidents happen on the roads!
Road safety and airline reforms are both important. Lets not pit them against each other.
I dont buy it! Keyamos promises are just empty words. Ill believe it when I see real change in Nigerias airline industry.
I think Minister Keyamo should focus on improving road safety instead of just airline reforms. More lives are at stake on the roads!
I dont buy it! Keyamos promises sound good, but will they actually make a difference in Nigerias airline industry? I have my doubts.
Keyamos has the potential to shake up Nigerias airline industry. Lets wait and see.
I dont buy it! Keyamos promises sound like hot air. Lets see real action before we start applauding. #SkepticismGalore
I think Keyamo should focus on improving road safety instead of airline reforms. More people die in road accidents anyway.
I think Keyamos reforms wont solve the airline mortality issue. We need more drastic measures like stricter regulations and oversight.
Keyamos reforms are a step in the right direction. Stricter regulations can complement them effectively.
I think Minister Keyamo should focus on improving road safety instead of airline reforms. Priority should be given to saving lives on the ground.
I think Keyamo should focus on improving road safety instead. Airline mortality is not as big of an issue in Nigeria.
I dont think Keyamo can really fix airline safety in Nigeria. Its a systemic issue that needs more than just vows.
I think Keyamo should focus on fixing other sectors before tackling airline mortality. Education and healthcare need urgent reforms too.
I think Minister Keyamo should focus on improving road safety instead of airline reforms. Roads are more dangerous!
Road safety is crucial, but air travel reforms can save lives too. Lets prioritize both.
I dont buy it! Keyamos promises sound like hot air. Lets see some real action before we start applauding.
I think Keyamos focus on airline mortality is misplaced. What about improving road safety? Lets prioritize reforms where theyre most needed.
I dont buy it! Keyamos promises sound too good to be true. Lets see if he actually follows through. #Skeptical 🤨
I think Minister Keyamo should focus on improving road safety instead of airline reforms. Roads are more dangerous than planes!
I think Minister Keyamo should just focus on fixing the potholes on our roads instead of worrying about airline mortality. Priorities, man!