Keyamo slams Atiku over Nigeria Airways collapse

Nigerian Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo has publicly criticized former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, accusing him of hypocrisy regarding the 2004 liquidation of Nigeria Airways. Keyamo highlighted that the current administration has recently paid out N36bn in entitlements to former workers affected by that decision.
Why it matters
This exchange reflects ongoing political tensions in Nigeria regarding historical economic policies and the current administration's efforts to address long-standing labor grievances.
Add us to your Preferred Sources Keyamo slams Atiku over Nigeria Airways collapse News October 14, 2026 1:04 pm Minister for Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo. Credit: Festus Keyamo / X
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