Ken Okeke
Top executives of Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) Plc, have engaged in strategic planning sessions to consider future investment options and strategies to keep the firm afloat and sustain its industry leadership position.
The sessions took place during the Company’s annual Management Retreat which brought together top executives, Regional Managers, Station Managers, and key stakeholders for a high-level strategic engagement themed “Reimagining Excellence: Ethics, Thrive and Sustain.”
The retreat provided a platform for reflection, alignment, and forward-looking dialogue as the Company continues to strengthen its leadership culture and long-term sustainability agenda.
Over the course of the sessions, participants examined emerging business realities, ethical leadership standards, performance excellence, and strategies for sustainable growth.
The event anchored by Emmarach Limited, Learning and Development Network International (LDNI) in collaboration with SAHCO’s Training Department featured seasoned facilitators and industry experts who led interactive sessions on Creating a Performance-Driven Culture with 360-Degree Leadership; Work–Life Integration and Balance; Ethical Standards and Performance in the Workplace; Leveraging Technology as a Catalyst for Operational Excellence; and Economic Trends and Outlook with Reform Drivers. These sessions encouraged open dialogue and practical problem-solving, equipping leaders with the tools required to navigate an increasingly complex business environment.
A major highlight of the retreat was the series of presentations by the Executive Directors and Regional Managers, who shared insights into market trends, operational achievements, challenges, and growth opportunities across their respective regions. Their presentations fostered cross-functional learning and reinforced the Company’s commitment to data-driven decision-making and collaborative leadership.
Speaking at the retreat, the Chairman of SAHCO, Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, CON, who was ably represented by the SIFAX Group Coordinating Director, Mrs. Wunmi Eniola-Jegede, expressed his pride in the remarkable strides made by the Board, Management, and staff of SAHCO in consistently projecting the Company in the best possible light.
He noted that the importance of aligning operational excellence with strong ethical values and sustainability cannot be overemphasized, as these principles have been fundamental to the organization’s success. According to him, “This retreat is not only about strategy; it is also about shaping the leaders who will carry our vision forward and ensure that SAHCO continues to thrive with integrity, responsibility, and long-term impact.”
In her opening address, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Mrs. Adenike Aboderin, commended the Management Team for their leadership, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment. She noted that these qualities have significantly shaped the Company’s performance and sustained SAHCO’s reputation within a challenging and dynamic operating environment.
Mrs. Aboderin emphasized that the organization has recorded significant milestones because of disciplined leadership, strong corporate governance, and robust operational processes. She cautioned, however, that these achievements should not lead to complacency, but rather serve as motivation to raise the bar even higher by ensuring that investments are translated into capability, accountability, and measurable results.
Furthermore, she stressed that the Company’s strategic leadership focus must be anchored on operational excellence, revenue growth, business expansion, and long-term sustainability. According to her, these objectives can only be achieved by leading differently, thinking boldly, and acting decisively to consistently exceed customer expectations and reinforce Nigeria’s position as a formidable force in the global aviation industry.
At the retreat, outstanding performance across the Company’s stations and teams was formally recognized. Asaba Station emerged as the Most Profitable Station, while the Lagos Domestic Station received the award for Overall Operations Performance.
The Reliability Excellence Award was presented to the Port Harcourt Station in recognition of its consistency and dependability in delivery service. The Safety and Quality Award was won by the Benin Station, while the Reporting and Transparency Award went to the Abuja Station for its exemplary standards in accountability and corporate reporting.
In addition, individual excellence was celebrated with the Digital Champions of 2025 Awards, presented to Ifeyinwa Emone (Abuja Station) and Ebere-Wali Kenneth (Calabar Station) for their outstanding adoption of digital innovation and transformation within the organization.
With this, the company affirmed its long-standing tradition of promoting teamwork for excellent service delivery and keeping an eye on outstanding employees who are the future of SAHCO. Participants described the retreat as highly engaging, insightful, and impactful, noting that it strengthened unity of purpose and renewed commitment to the Company’s strategic direction.
The Management Retreat concluded with actionable resolutions focused on performance improvement, ethical governance, innovation, and sustainable business practices across all regions of operation.
Skyway Aviation Handling Company is a leading Aviation Ground Handling organization committed to delivering excellent service in Ramp Handling, Baggage Handling, Passenger Handling, Cargo Handling, Aviation Security, Premium Lounge services and other aviation related services.