SAHCO Crowned Best Cargo Handling Company in Nigeria at 21st Akwaaba African Travel Market

Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) PLC has reaffirmed its leadership in Nigeria’s aviation ground handling sector by clinching the award for Best Cargo Handling Company in Nigeria 2024/2025 at the 21st Akwaaba African Travel Market Conference and Exhibition held in Lagos.

In a statement issued by Mrs. Adetola Vanessa Uansohia, Head of Corporate Communications at SAHCO, the company disclosed that the recognition was accompanied by further individual honors for its leadership team. Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, Chairman of SAHCO, was named among the Top 50 Air Cargo Personalities in Nigeria, while Mrs. Adenike Aboderin, Managing Director/CEO, was also recognized as one of Nigeria’s leading figures in the air cargo industry.

The awards were formally received on behalf of the company by Mrs. Anne Nwadike, Cargo Marketing Manager, who represented Mrs. Boma Ukwunna, Executive Director of Cargo Services at SAHCO.

Speaking during the ceremony, Mr. Ikechi Uko, organizer of the Akwaaba Travel Market, praised SAHCO’s consistency in setting benchmarks for excellence in aircraft and cargo ground handling services. He emphasized that despite Nigeria’s economic headwinds, SAHCO has maintained its status as the number one ground handling company in the country and one of the leading players in Africa.

SAHCO’s reputation is built on a track record of operational excellence, supported by some of the world’s most advanced Ground Support Equipment (GSE), all equipped with cutting-edge technology designed for efficiency, safety, and reliability. The company also holds the distinction of being the only aviation ground handling firm with operations across all commercially operated airports in Nigeria, offering unmatched nationwide reach.

In addition to infrastructure, SAHCO continues to invest heavily in human capital development, prioritizing continuous training and upskilling of its workforce to sustain global standards in aviation handling services.

This latest recognition not only celebrates SAHCO’s achievements but also underscores its unwavering commitment to innovation, professionalism, and customer satisfaction, positioning the company as a key driver of aviation and cargo handling excellence in Nigeria and across Africa.

SAHCO PLC has been named the Best Cargo Handling Company in Nigeria 2024/2025 at the 21st Akwaaba African Travel Market, with its Chairman and CEO also honored among Nigeria’s top air cargo personalities.