Dr. Taiwo Afolabi Receives Aviation Visionary Investment Award at 29th LAAC Conference
The League of Aviation and Airport Correspondents (LAAC) has bestowed the prestigious Aviation Visionary Investment Award on Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, CON, Chairman of Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) PLC, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the Nigerian aviation industry.
The award presentation took place during the 29th Annual LAAC Conference, held in Lagos, which brought together top stakeholders, policymakers, industry leaders, and aviation experts from across the country. This year’s conference, themed “Financing Aviation in Nigeria: Risks, Opportunities and Prospects”, explored strategies for sustainable funding in the sector and addressed challenges facing aviation growth.
The event also witnessed the unveiling of a compendium celebrating champions of aviation development since 1999 – a historic publication acknowledging individuals and institutions that have played a defining role in shaping the nation’s aviation landscape.
In his remarks, LAAC Chairman, Mr. Idris Sulaiman, hailed Dr. Afolabi as a “trailblazer in the ground handling sector”, noting his instrumental role in establishing SAHCO PLC. Since its inception, SAHCO has evolved into one of Africa’s foremost ground handling companies, operating in all commercial airports across Nigeria.
Receiving the award on behalf of Dr. Afolabi, Mrs. Adetola Vanessa Uansohia, SAHCO’s Head of Corporate Communications, expressed gratitude to LAAC for the honour. She reaffirmed the Chairman’s dedication to innovation and service excellence, stating:
“Dr. Afolabi remains deeply committed to driving innovation and excellence in ground handling operations. This honour is a validation of SAHCO’s journey and continued dedication to service delivery, safety, and global best practices.”
The LAAC Conference has consistently served as a vital platform for policy dialogue, investment discussions, and strategic planning for the aviation industry, contributing significantly to Nigeria’s aviation advancement.
With operations spanning the nation’s commercial airports, SAHCO continues to provide exceptional ground handling services to both domestic and international airlines, reinforcing its reputation as a leader in the sector.
