SAHCO Wins ‘Aviation Service Provider of the Year 2025’ at NITT Awards

…Recognised for Innovation, Operational Excellence, and Industry Impact

The Skyway Aviation Handling Company PLC (SAHCO) has been named the Aviation Service Provider of the Year 2025 by the Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology (NITT), Zaria, in recognition of its outstanding innovation, operational excellence, and contributions to the advancement of Nigeria’s transport and aviation industry.

The prestigious award was presented at the NITT Annual Award and Dinner Ceremony held at the Nicon Luxury Hotel in Abuja. The event brought together key figures from government, academia, and the private sector to celebrate individuals and organisations that have made remarkable contributions to the nation’s transport and logistics sector.

Delivering his remarks at the ceremony, the Director-General and Chief Executive of NITT, Dr. Bayero Salih Farah, lauded SAHCO for its unwavering commitment to quality, safety, and innovation in aviation ground handling operations.

“SAHCO has consistently demonstrated excellence in its operations and remains a model for others in the aviation service industry,” Dr. Farah said. “Their continuous investment in innovation and human capital development reflects the kind of forward-thinking approach that aligns with our vision at NITT to promote efficiency, research, and development across all modes of transport in Nigeria.”

Dr. Farah highlighted SAHCO’s continued investment in modern Ground Support Equipment (GSE), deployment of cutting-edge technology, and the training of highly skilled personnel as key factors that have enhanced service delivery across Nigerian airports.

Receiving the award on behalf of the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of SAHCO PLC, Waziri Samuel, the company’s Regional Manager for the North Central region, expressed deep appreciation to NITT for the honour.

“We are truly honoured by this recognition from such a reputable national institution,” he said. “At SAHCO, we take great pride in maintaining global standards while constantly innovating to meet the evolving needs of our airline partners and clients. This award reinforces our commitment to providing safe, speedy, and efficient ground handling and logistics services at all the commercially operated airports in Nigeria.”

He further dedicated the award to SAHCO’s management and staff, acknowledging their professionalism, teamwork, and dedication to excellence, which have earned the company its reputation as a trusted aviation partner.

SAHCO PLC is one of Nigeria’s leading aviation ground handling firms, offering world-class passenger, ramp, and cargo handling services across all major airports in the country.

The company has built a strong reputation for reliability, safety, and customer satisfaction, driven by continuous technological advancement and adherence to international best practices.

The award is a testament to SAHCO’s commitment to supporting the sustainable growth of Nigeria’s aviation sector through human capacity development, operational efficiency, and environmentally responsible practices designed to deliver seamless, world-class ground handling solutions.