BY OLAPEJU OLUBI
The Nigerian Aviation Handling Company Plc (NAHCO Plc) has been bestowed with the highly coveted Aviation Industry Champion Award by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), a recognition of its outstanding contributions to the nation’s aviation sector.
The award was conferred during the 25th Anniversary and Gala Night of the NCAA, held in Abuja on Saturday, February 15, 2025.
The celebratory event served as a platform to honour key players who have significantly influenced and shaped the Nigerian aviation landscape.
NAHCO Plc, in particular, was lauded for its unwavering commitment to service excellence and innovation in aviation ground handling.
Receiving the award on behalf of the company, Mr. Olumuyiwa Olumekun, Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer (GMD/CEO) of NAHCO Plc, expressed profound gratitude for the recognition.
“This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team,” Olumekun stated.
“We remain committed to providing world-class aviation handling services and contributing to the continued growth and development of the Nigerian aviation sector.”
The NCAA highlighted that NAHCO has remained an indispensable pillar in the aviation value chain, consistently delivering innovative and world-class aviation, passenger, and cargo handling services.
The regulatory body commended the company’s commitment to operational excellence, noting that NAHCO has continually raised the bar for industry standards.
A key factor in NAHCO’s recognition is its substantial multi-billion-naira investment in cutting-edge ground support equipment and workforce development.
The company has continuously prioritized personnel training and upskilling, ensuring seamless and reliable service delivery for domestic and international airlines operating in Nigeria.
This strategic investment, according to industry experts, reinforces NAHCO’s unwavering dedication to safety, efficiency, and global best practices in ground handling operations.
Over the years, NAHCO has exhibited remarkable resilience and adaptability, navigating industry challenges with ingenuity and fortitude.
In the face of evolving global aviation demands, the company has solidified its position as a true champion of the Nigerian aviation sector, driving progress through operational efficiency, technological advancements, and superior customer service.
As NAHCO Plc continues to expand its footprint in the aviation industry, the management said this latest recognition by the NCAA serves as both an acknowledgment of past achievements and an impetus for greater strides in the future.
