SAHCO Charts New Growth Path at Management Retreat, Honours High-Performing Stations, Staff
Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) Plc has reaffirmed its strategic focus on ethical leadership, innovation and sustainable growth following the successful hosting of its annual Management Retreat at the Marriott Hotel, Lagos.
The retreat convened the company’s top executives, Regional Managers, Station Managers and other critical stakeholders for in-depth strategic deliberations under the theme “Reimagining Excellence: Ethics, Thrive and Sustain.”
The gathering served as a platform for introspection, alignment and future-focused planning as SAHCO continues to strengthen its leadership framework and position itself for long-term resilience in the evolving aviation sector.
Throughout the sessions, participants engaged in discussions centred on emerging business realities, ethical governance, performance excellence and sustainable business strategies. The retreat underscored SAHCO’s determination to entrench a leadership culture that balances commercial success with responsibility, integrity and people-focused management.
The programme was facilitated by Emmarach Limited and Learning and Development Network International (LDNI), in partnership with SAHCO’s Training Department. Seasoned facilitators and industry experts led interactive sessions on building a performance-driven culture through 360-degree leadership, work–life integration, ethical standards and workplace performance, technology as a driver of operational excellence, as well as economic trends and reform-driven outlooks shaping the business environment.
These engagements encouraged candid conversations, knowledge sharing and practical problem-solving, equipping leaders with the competencies required to respond effectively to industry disruptions and increasing operational demands.
A key feature of the retreat was the series of presentations delivered by Executive Directors and Regional Managers, who reviewed operational performance across regions, identified challenges and outlined growth opportunities. Their insights promoted cross-regional collaboration and reinforced the company’s reliance on data-driven analysis and collective leadership in decision-making.
Addressing participants, the Chairman of SAHCO, Dr Taiwo Afolabi, CON, represented by the SIFAX Group Coordinating Director, Mrs Wunmi Eniola-Jegede, applauded the Board, Management and staff for their dedication and professionalism in consistently projecting the company positively.
He stressed that the fusion of operational excellence with strong ethical values and sustainability principles has remained central to SAHCO’s achievements.
According to him, the retreat was designed not only to review strategy, but also to mould leaders capable of sustaining the company’s vision and ensuring continued growth with integrity, responsibility and lasting impact.
In her welcome address, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mrs Adenike Aboderin, praised the management team for their resilience, sacrifice and commitment, noting that these attributes have been instrumental in maintaining SAHCO’s strong standing within a highly competitive and challenging operating environment.
She observed that the company’s recent successes were the product of disciplined leadership, effective corporate governance and sound operational structures. However, she warned that past achievements should serve as a catalyst for higher performance rather than a basis for complacency, urging leaders to translate investments into tangible capabilities, accountability and measurable outcomes.
Mrs Aboderin further highlighted that SAHCO’s strategic leadership agenda remains focused on operational efficiency, revenue growth, business expansion and long-term sustainability.
She emphasised that achieving these goals requires bold thinking, decisive action and a leadership approach that consistently exceeds customer expectations while strengthening Nigeria’s presence in the global aviation industry.
The retreat also provided an avenue to recognise exceptional performance across SAHCO’s network of stations. Asaba Station was named the Most Profitable Station, while the Lagos Domestic Station received the award for Overall Operations Performance.
The Port Harcourt Station earned the Reliability Excellence Award for consistent and dependable service delivery, while the Benin Station emerged winner of the Safety and Quality Award.
The Abuja Station was honoured with the Reporting and Transparency Award in recognition of its high standards in accountability and corporate reporting. Individual excellence was equally acknowledged through the Digital Champions of 2025 Awards, presented to Ifeyinwa Emone of Abuja Station and Ebere-Wali Kenneth of Calabar Station for their outstanding contributions to digital innovation and organisational transformation.
SAHCO reaffirmed its commitment to fostering teamwork, rewarding excellence and identifying high-performing employees as future leaders of the organisation. Participants described the retreat as insightful and impactful, noting that it strengthened cohesion, sharpened strategic focus and renewed commitment to the company’s corporate objectives.
The Management Retreat concluded with the adoption of actionable resolutions aimed at improving performance, strengthening ethical governance, driving innovation and promoting sustainable business practices across all areas of operation.
Skyway Aviation Handling Company Plc is a leading aviation ground handling organisation, providing services in ramp handling, passenger and baggage handling, cargo handling, aviation security, premium lounge services and other aviation-related operations.
