celebrity radar - gossips
Keyamo: Appraising the exploits of a giant achiever By Kunle Olalekan
Keyamo: Appraising the exploits of a giant achiever
By Kunle Olalekan
Personality is a multifaceted concept unfolding through observable behaviours, traits, and interactions. These indicators include character, physical presence, verbal communication, nonverbal cues, interpersonal relationships, distinctive habits and traits, and environmental interactions.
Research reveals a strong link between conscientiousness, achievement, and personality. Conscientiousness encompasses orderliness, rule adherence, dutifulness, focus, goal-oriented behaviour, and impulse control. Achievement, meanwhile, involves completing tasks with requisite effort, skill, or courage. Notably, conscientious achievement is driven more by consistent effort than sheer willpower.
This interplay of internal and external characteristics forms a comprehensive picture of an individual’s identity, influencing their values, beliefs, and actions – publicly and privately. This concept is exemplified in the remarkable life and career of Chief Barrister Festus Egwarewa Keyamo, SAN, CON, FCIArb UK, Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development.
Chief Festus Keyamo, born January 21, 1970, in Ughelli, Delta State, has a remarkable life story. His childhood experiences shaped his personality, conscientiousness, and future achievements. As a lawyer, activist, and columnist, Keyamo faced criticism and attacks for his convictions and opposition to unjust policies.
He courageously defied military rule and poor governance, risking personal freedom and safety. In 2015, Keyamo rallied Nigerians to vote out President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration, citing insecurity, corruption, and economic concerns. He also boldly spoke out on high-profile cases, such as Chief Bola Ige’s murder, advising the nation to seek truth and justice.
Keyamo is a highly respected figure in Nigeria, known for his wise counsel, unwavering stance, and strong voice, which have become a beacon of hope for a nation in need of reform. His thoughts, wise counsel, doggedness, uncompromising stands, and voice have not only become the voice of reawakening and consciousness to a sleeping nation but also reformative, timely, and directional as it invokes hindsight.
He spoke against the abdication of state duties and engagement in petty politics, bickering, and divisiveness by officials of successive administrations. As a forceful voice in national development and patriotism, economy, social order, politics, religion, and statesmanship, he elicited reactions and reforms in various shades of national life and governance.
Chief Keyamo’s early life, discipline, and strong personality are positive attributes. Even as a young man, he recalled being disciplined by his father for inviting girls to their house. As the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Chief Festus Keyamo has no escape route; he is aware that he must work the talk. His positive public criticism must bear on the observance of official duties as proof of integrity, character, personality, and conscientiousness.
Upon assuming duty as the helmsman of the Ministry, he initiated strong actions and revolutionary transformation aimed at repositioning the nation’s aviation and aerospace sector for sustainable growth. Chief Keyamo’s formative agenda is to secure the improvement and development of infrastructure for passengers’ convenience, optimize revenue generation, and reform the sector to meet market dynamics and global uncertainties.
A man with zero tolerance for incompetence, Chief Festus, within a year, reviewed several international travel protocols in Nigeria. Upon touring the nation’s major airports, he immediately directed relocation from the old terminal of the Murtala Mohammed International Airport to the new one, insisting that with 60 check-in counters underutilized in the new terminal, there was no reason to continue using the old terminal.
As a fervent nationalist, Chief Keyamo reversed the National Flag Carrier deal of President Mohammed Buhari’s administration, deeming it not beneficial to Nigeria, driven by the conviction that no local airline should be designated as a national flag carrier. To foster healthy relationships with major partners in the Aviation and Aerospace sector for Nigerians’ ultimate benefit, he carried out major interventions.
Considering Nigeria’s huge investment and interest in the United Arab Emirates, Chief Festus Keyamo initiated diplomatic moves to enhance competition, reduce high fares, and establish a dynamic flight arrangement. This led to the amicable settlement of conflicts, reversal of visa restrictions, and improved flight arrangements.
Convinced that aviation demands professionalism, good conduct, and friendly disposition, Chief Keyamo trained and retrained Federal Aviation Authority of Nigeria staff. To boost revenue generation, stop leakages, and reduce VIP privileges abuse, he enforced Access Gate Fees at all airports using technology. As a transformative leader, Chief Keyamo undertook meetings to resolve labour conflicts, protect staff from VIP and military molestation, and promote dialogue and the rule of law. He demonstrated humility by correcting mistakes and releasing corrigenda to show capacity and extend goodwill.
Notably, Nigeria’s aviation global rating significantly improved, as rated by the Aviation Working Group. This rating brings comfort to financiers and lessors, and increased administration of rules will further comply with the Convention, boosting global stakeholder confidence. Chief Keyamo ensured the preparation and signing of the Practice Direction for the CTO, reflecting the world’s vote of confidence in Nigeria’s Aviation and Aerospace Sector.
Keyamo spearheaded the renovation and expansion of the Murtala Mohammed International Airport’s old terminal facilities to enhance its infrastructure and accommodate growing passenger traffic and incoming airlines. He facilitated national and bilateral meetings with key stakeholders, including the FCT Minister and diplomatic communities, resulting in compensation payments for the airport’s expansion, the signing of the BACA Agreement with Brazil for direct flights to Nigeria, and a partnership with the IICRC for infrastructural development ¹[2).
To boost airport viability, Keyamo established an 8-man Ministerial Task Force Committee to curb illegal private chartered operators’ activities. He also inaugurated the United Kingdom National Executive Safety Committee (NESC) and a task team to implement the Presidential Initiative and Ministerial Alternative. Keyamo’s achievements are notable, but there’s still room for growth. To further support the aviation sector, he should consider guaranteeing major operators access to financing facilities at single-digit interest rates for 7-15 years.
Chief Keyamo should encourage existing maintenance, Repairs, and Overhaul Organizations to expand their space and equipment, enabling them to accommodate more aircraft. Several MROs are already certified by the NCAA and provide Category A to C maintenance for Nigerian airlines’ aircraft.
To enhance airspace efficiency, Keyamo should ensure the proper functioning and verification of the Total Radar Coverage of Nigeria (TRACON). Additionally, aligning the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology’s curriculum with operators’ manpower needs is crucial.
Key performance indicators (KPIs) should include monitoring, inspecting, maintaining, and upgrading facilities. Chief Keyamo’s efforts in air safety through effective regulations, navigational infrastructure, and airline operating efficiency have led to the upgrade of Nigerian Airspace Management Agency’s (NAMA) facilities and equipment, facilitated by an agreement with Thales of France ensuring effective TRACON maintenance.
The completion of the Aerospace Information Service (AIS) and training of Air Traffic Controllers demonstrate Keyamo’s commitment to national development and social justice, paving the way for significant achievements.
In conclusion, Chief Barrister Festus Egwarewa Keyamo’s remarkable life and career serve as a shining example of conscientious achievement, driven by his commitment to justice, equality, and national development As the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, he has spearheaded transformative reforms, prioritizing infrastructure development, revenue optimization, and sectoral reform.
His leadership has yielded significant improvements in Nigeria’s aviation global rating, boosted stakeholder confidence, and demonstrated his dedication to social justice. As Keyamo continues to drive progress in Nigeria’s aviation sector, his legacy as a champion of justice, human rights, and national development remains steadfast. His inspiring story serves as a beacon, illuminating the path for future generations of leaders and change-makers.
Olalekan, an aviation analyst, wrote this piece from Ikeja, Lagos
celebrity radar - gossips
Kingdom Advancement: God Does Not Confirm Lies or Gossip — He Confirms His Word .” — Dr. Chris Okafor
Kingdom Advancement: God Does Not Confirm Lies or Gossip—He Confirms His Word
“When Doing Business with God,
People’s Opinions Do Not Count.”
— Dr. Christian Okafor
The greatest investment any Christian can make is partnering with God. According to the Generational Prophet of God and Senior Pastor of Grace Nation Global, Christopher Okafor, when a believer commits to serving and advancing God’s kingdom, no barrier, lie, gossip, or blackmail can prevail against them.
This message was delivered during the Prophetic Financial Sunday Service held on February 15, 2026, at the international headquarters of Grace Nation Worldwide in Ojodu Berger, Lagos, Nigeria.
Doing Business with God
Teaching on the theme “Kingdom Advancement” with the subtitle “Doing Business with God,” Dr. Okafor emphasized that when a believer enters into covenant partnership with God, divine backing becomes inevitable.
“God is still in the business of covenant,” he declared. “When you make a covenant with Him, He honors the terms. When you win souls into the kingdom and remain committed to His work, He rewards you with what you could never achieve by your own strength.”
The Man of God stressed that God does not confirm lies, gossip, or negative narratives—He confirms His Word. Therefore, anyone genuinely committed to kingdom business should not be distracted by public opinion.
“No matter the blackmail or falsehood circulating around you, if you are focused on God’s assignment, those attacks will only strengthen you,” he stated.
He further noted that a believer’s understanding of God’s covenant determines their experience. “Your mentality about God’s covenant becomes your reality. When you truly know the God you serve, no devil can move you.”
Biblical Examples of Kingdom Partnership
Dr. Okafor cited several biblical figures who prospered through their partnership with God:
Abel
Abel served God with sincerity and offered his very best. His sacrifice pleased God, demonstrating that when a master is honored, he responds with favor.
David
David’s heart was fully devoted to God, and in return, God’s presence and favor rested upon him throughout his life.
Hannah
Hannah made a covenant with God, promising that if He blessed her with a child, she would dedicate him to His service. After fulfilling her vow, God rewarded her abundantly, blessing her with additional children.
Peter
Peter, a professional fisherman, surrendered his boat at Jesus’ request for kingdom work. Through that act of partnership and obedience, he experienced supernatural provision and divine elevation.
Conclusion
In closing, Dr. Okafor emphasized that one’s approach to God’s covenant determines the level of success and prosperity experienced. Commitment to kingdom advancement secures divine confirmation and supernatural results.
The Prophetic Financial Sunday Service was marked by prophetic declarations, deliverance, healings, miracles, restoration, and solutions to diverse cases presented before Elohim.
At 55, Omoyele Sowore Remains a Defiant Voice of Conscience
By George Omagbemi Sylvester | Published by SaharaWeeklyNG
“SaharaWeeklyNG Management and Staff Salute a Relentless Campaigner for Justice and Democratic Accountability.”
As activist, journalist and politician Omoyele Sowore marks his 55th birthday, the management and staff of SaharaWeeklyNG join millions of Nigerians at home and in the diaspora to celebrate a man widely regarded as one of the most persistent and fearless voices for democratic accountability in modern Nigeria.
Born on February 16, 1971, in Ondo State, Sowore rose from student activism at the University of Lagos to become one of the country’s most recognisable pro-democracy figures. His early involvement in the student movement during the military era of the 1990s placed him at the forefront of protests against dictatorship and repression, a role that would shape the course of his life and career.
He later founded Sahara Reporters in 2006, an online investigative platform that quickly gained prominence for exposing corruption, abuse of power and human rights violations. Operating initially from the United States, the outlet became a symbol of citizen journalism and digital activism, publishing stories often ignored or suppressed by mainstream media. Over the years, the platform has reported on high-level corruption cases, electoral malpractices and security failures, earning both praise and fierce criticism from political authorities.
Sowore’s activism took a dramatic turn in 2019 when he contested Nigeria’s presidential election under the African Action Congress (AAC). Although he did not win, the campaign amplified his calls for systemic reform. Months later, he launched the #RevolutionNow movement, a nationwide protest demanding an end to corruption, economic hardship and insecurity.
In August 2019, he was arrested by Nigeria’s Department of State Services (DSS) on charges of treasonable felony. His detention, which lasted several months despite court orders for his release, sparked international condemnation from human rights groups, civil society organisations and foreign observers. The case turned him into a global symbol of resistance against state repression.
Over the years, Sowore has faced multiple arrests, court trials and travel restrictions. Yet he has remained resolute, insisting that his activism is rooted in the constitutional right to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly. Supporters describe him as a principled crusader against injustice, while critics accuse him of political extremism. Regardless of the perspective, his impact on Nigeria’s political discourse is undeniable.
His life’s work echoes the enduring words of Nelson Mandela, who once said, “Freedom is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.” For many of Sowore’s followers, his sacrifices represent precisely that spirit, an unyielding struggle for a more accountable and equitable society.
Similarly, the philosophy of Martin Luther King Jr. (that “injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere”) resonates deeply with the trajectory of Sowore’s activism. Whether confronting police brutality, electoral irregularities or economic injustice, he has consistently framed his struggle as one for the collective dignity of Nigerians.
Nigerian Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka once observed that “the man dies in all who keep silent in the face of tyranny.” That sentiment captures the essence of Sowore’s public life. For over three decades, he has refused silence, even when it meant imprisonment, harassment and personal sacrifice.
At 55, Sowore’s journey is far from over. He remains active in political advocacy, civil rights campaigns and public commentary, continuing to challenge what he describes as systemic failures in governance and leadership. His career reflects both the promise and the peril of dissent in a fragile democracy; where the line between patriotism and confrontation is often fiercely contested.
On this milestone birthday, SaharaWeeklyNG management and staff recognise Sowore not merely as an individual, but as a symbol of the enduring struggle for transparency, justice, and democratic renewal. His story is one of conviction under pressure, a reminder that the quest for a better society often demands courage, resilience and a willingness to stand alone.
As Nigeria navigates its complex political and economic realities, figures like Sowore continue to shape the national conversation. Whether praised or criticised, his voice remains a constant in the country’s democratic journey; loud, uncompromising and impossible to ignore.
Banwo Accuses Alex Otti Administration of Governance by Propaganda
Public commentator and lawyer Dr. Ope Banwo has criticised the Abia State Government under Governor Alex Otti, accusing the administration of running what he described as a “propaganda-driven government” built on exaggerated claims and selective messaging rather than measurable governance outcomes.
In a detailed commentary, Banwo argued that while Abia State has recorded some progress in specific sectors, the government’s media machinery has inflated limited achievements into what he called “statewide miracles,” creating a disconnect between online narratives and lived realities.
Banwo, who said he initially viewed Governor Otti as a symbol of hope following the 2023 elections, noted that his concerns emerged after engaging residents and professionals living in Abia to verify widely circulated claims about infrastructure, power supply, healthcare, and transportation.
Central to Banwo’s critique is the portrayal of Abia as a state with uninterrupted electricity. He acknowledged the existence of the Aba ring-fenced power arrangement involving Aba Power and Geometric Power but argued that the arrangement has been misrepresented as statewide energy independence.
According to him, extending the Aba power project to represent the entire state amounts to misinformation, especially given acknowledged outages and the limited geographical coverage of the scheme.
He further questioned claims that Abia was the first state to assume intrastate electricity regulation, stating that other states, including Lagos State, had taken similar steps earlier.
Banwo also raised concerns over viral claims suggesting that biogas facilities are already powering Abia communities, arguing that pilot projects have been prematurely presented as fully operational infrastructure.
He noted that residents he spoke with were largely unaware of any functional biogas-powered communities, stressing that government announcements should be backed by publicly available data on scale, output, and sustainability.
On healthcare, the founder of Naija Lives Matters (NLM) questioned reports that Abia offers free medical care to all citizens above 60 years of age for life, describing the claim as unverified and unsupported by legislation, budgetary provisions, or formal policy documents.
Similarly, he criticised claims suggesting that electric vehicles operate widely across the state and that all roads have been tarred, describing such assertions as exaggerated and misleading.
The self-acclaimed Mayor of Fadeyi argued that the core issue is not the absence of development but what he described as a governance style driven by social media optics rather than transparent performance metrics.
He warned that excessive reliance on viral content, influencers, and unverified claims risks eroding public trust and undermining accountability, noting that effective governance requires data, timelines, and measurable outcomes.
“A serious government does not need to exaggerate results,” Banwo said, adding that citizens require reliable services, not slogans.
He also advised the Abia government to avoid constant comparisons with states like Lagos and its governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, urging the administration to focus instead on publishing verifiable performance records.
Banwo challenged the Otti administration to release clear documentation supporting its claims, including power coverage maps, healthcare policy instruments, infrastructure project lists, and implementation timelines.
He concluded that while Abia State has not “collapsed,” the growing gap between online narratives and on-ground realities could become more damaging than infrastructural deficits if left unaddressed.
-
celebrity radar - gossips6 months agoWhy Babangida’s Hilltop Home Became Nigeria’s Political “Mecca”
-
society6 months agoPower is a Loan, Not a Possession: The Sacred Duty of Planting People
-
news6 months agoTHE APPOINTMENT OF WASIU AYINDE BY THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AS AN AMBASSADOR SOUNDS EMBARRASSING
-
society5 months agoReligion: Africa’s Oldest Weapon of Enslavement and the Forgotten Truth