Festus Keyamo is a Nigerian lawyer, politician, and human rights activist known for his legal career and role in government.
Key Facts About Festus Keyamo:
- Born: January 21, 1970, in Ughelli, Delta State, Nigeria.
- Education: Studied law at Ambrose Alli University in Edo State, Nigeria.
- Legal Career:
- Became a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) in 2017.
- Known for handling high-profile human rights and anti-corruption cases.
- Worked with Gani Fawehinmi’s Chambers, a well-known human rights law firm in Nigeria.
- Political Career:
- Served as Nigeria’s Minister of State for Labour and Employment (2019–2023).
- Later appointed as Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development in 2023 under President Bola Tinubu.
- Played a key role as a spokesperson for President Muhammadu Buhari’s re-election campaign in 2019.
- Advocacy:
- Has been involved in anti-corruption efforts and legal battles for human rights.
- Frequently speaks on national issues, legal reforms, and governance
