Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) Plc at its annual Management Retreat held at the Marriott Hotel, Ikeja Lagos, charted a bold strategic direction to further grow the organisation.
The high-level gathering brought together top executives, Regional Managers, Station Managers and key stakeholders for a transformative engagement themed “Reimagining Excellence: Ethics, Thrive and Sustain”.
The retreat set the tone for SAHCO’s next phase of growth, focusing on ethical leadership, innovation and sustainable performance as the Company strengthens its position in Nigeria’s aviation industry. It provided a platform for reflection, alignment and forward-looking dialogue, with participants examining emerging business realities, leadership standards, performance excellence and strategies for long-term growth in a rapidly evolving operating environment.
The event, facilitated by Emmarach Limited and Learning and Development Network International (LDNI) in collaboration with SAHCO’s Training Department, featured seasoned facilitators and industry experts. Interactive sessions covered 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 engagements promoted open dialogue, critical thinking and practical problem-solving to equip leaders for an increasingly complex business environment.
A major highlight of the retreat was the strategic presentations by Executive Directors and Regional Managers, who shared insights on market trends, operational achievements, challenges and growth opportunities across regions. The sessions strengthened cross-functional collaboration and reinforced SAHCO’s commitment to data-driven decision-making and collective leadership.
Speaking at the retreat, the Chairman of SAHCO, Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, represented by the SIFAX Group Coordinating Director, Mrs. Wunmi Eniola-Jegede, expressed pride in the strides made by the Board, Management and staff in consistently projecting SAHCO in positive light.
She emphasised that aligning operational excellence with strong ethical values and sustainability remains fundamental to the Company’s success. According to her, “This retreat is not only about strategy; it is 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, noting that these qualities continue to drive performance in a challenging operating environment.
She stated that SAHCO’s achievements are rooted in disciplined leadership, strong corporate governance and robust operational processes, cautioning against complacency. According to her, investments must always translate into capability, accountability and measurable results.
Aboderin added that SAHCO’s strategic focus must remain on operational excellence, revenue growth, business expansion and sustainability. “We must lead differently, think boldly and act decisively to consistently exceed customer expectations and reinforce Nigeria’s position in the global aviation industry”, she said.
The retreat also featured recognition of outstanding performance across SAHCO’s network. Asaba Station emerged as the Most Profitable Station, while Lagos Domestic Station won the Overall Operations Performance Award.
The Reliability Excellence Award went to Port Harcourt Station for consistency in service delivery, while Benin Station received the Safety and Quality Award. The Reporting and Transparency Award was presented to Abuja Station for exemplary accountability and corporate reporting standards.
Individual excellence was celebrated with the Digital Champions of 2025 Awards, presented to Ifeyinwa Emone (Abuja Station) and Ebere-Wali Kenneth (Calabar Station) for outstanding adoption of digital innovation and transformation within the organisation.
SAHCO reaffirmed its tradition of promoting teamwork, innovation and excellence in service delivery while nurturing future leaders of the Company. Participants described the retreat as highly engaging and impactful, strengthening unity of purpose and renewing commitment to SAHCO’s strategic direction.
The Management Retreat ended with actionable resolutions focused on performance improvement, ethical governance, innovation and sustainable business practices across all regions of operation.
SAHCO Plc is a leading aviation ground handling organisation providing world-class services in Ramp Handling, Baggage Handling, Passenger Handling, Cargo Handling, Aviation Security, Premium Lounge services and other aviation-related solutions across Nigeria’s airports.