Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) Plc set the stage for a bold new era at its annual Management Retreat, where top executives, regional leaders, and stakeholders converged under the theme “Reimagining Excellence: Ethics, Thrive and Sustain.” The event, held at the Marriott Hotel, was a fusion of strategic foresight, ethical leadership, and celebration of outstanding performance, cementing SAHCO’s commitment to shaping the future of aviation ground handling in Nigeria and beyond.
A Retreat of Reflection and Forward Momentum
The retreat opened with a clarion call from SAHCO’s Managing Director/CEO, Mrs. Adenike Aboderin, who praised the team’s resilience in a dynamic industry. “Our achievements are a testament to disciplined leadership and robust governance,” she remarked, urging the team to shun complacency. “The bar must be raised higher—excellence is not static.” Her speech underscored SAHCO’s triple focus: operational excellence, revenue growth, and sustainability, anchored by bold thinking and customer-centric innovation.
Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, Chairman of SAHCO (represented by SIFAX Group’s Mrs. Wunmi Eniola-Jegede), echoed this sentiment, emphasizing ethics as the bedrock of success. “This retreat isn’t just about strategy; it’s about molding leaders who’ll carry our vision forward with integrity,” he declared.
Interactive Learning and Collaborative Strategy
Facilitated by Emmarach Limited and LDNI, the retreat transformed into a hub of interactive sessions. Leaders dissected topics like 360-degree leadership, work-life balance, and technology-driven operational excellence, while economists unpacked reform trends. Regional Managers sparked cross-functional dialogue with data-rich presentations, showcasing market insights and growth opportunities—a move reinforcing SAHCO’s data-to-action culture.
Celebrating Excellence: Stations and Digital Champions Shine
The awards segment stole the spotlight, with stations lauded for exceptional performance:
Asaba Station: Most Profitable (financial acumen).
Lagos Domestic Station: Overall Operations Performance (efficiency benchmark).
Port Harcourt Station: Reliability Excellence (consistent service delivery).
Benin Station: Safety and Quality Award (flawless standards).
Abuja Station: Reporting and Transparency (accountability par excellence).
Individual brilliance was also celebrated. Ifeyinwa Emone (Abuja) and Ebere-Wali Kenneth (Calabar) received the Digital Champions of 2025 awards for pioneering tech adoption—a nod to SAHCO’s digital transformation drive.
The Road Ahead: Resolutions for a Sustainable Future
As the retreat closed, actionable resolutions emerged:
Performance & Ethics: Embedding ethical governance into daily operations.
Innovation: Scaling tech-driven solutions for seamless service.
Sustainability: Balancing growth with environmental and social responsibility.
Participants left energized, united by a renewed commitment to SAHCO’s vision. With its eyes set on global aviation leadership, SAHCO’s retreat wasn’t just a meeting—it was a launchpad for excellence reimagined.
About SAHCO: A leader in aviation ground handling, SAHCO delivers premium services—from baggage handling to aviation security—powered by innovation and integrity.
