Management Team

Mrs Adenike Aboderin

 (M.Sc, FCIB, FCNA, IAP)

Mrs. Adenike Aboderin is a seasoned finance professional with many years of Executive Leadership, Financial and Management experience in both Private and Public Sectors. Her skills include policy/strategy formulation, financial advisory, oil & gas, infrastructural, marine and transport development, business/risk management and public policy.

Until December 2023, Mrs. Adenike Aboderin was the Director Finance and Accounts, Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) who managed the finance, accounts, credit control and budget directorate of the organization. Before her appointment as director, she held many Senior Executive Management positions in both the private and public sector.

In the Public sector she worked as the Special Adviser to the Executive Governor of Ogun State on Trade and Investments, and also oversaw the state’s Economic Planning Department between 2011 and 2014. Mrs. Aboderin has huge interests in Manufacturing, Transportation, Investments and Social Development. In 2015, she had the responsibility of being the Chairman Sub – Committee on Social issues of the Presidential Transition Committee

Prior to her public service engagements, she held different senior management position at Skye Bank Plc (now Polaris Bank Limited), CitiBank Nigeria, Premium Securities Limited and Commerce Bank, in a banking career that spanned over 20 years. In Banking and Financial Advisory, she led various teams and groups in the the following sectors of the economy – Trading, Investment, Manufacturing, Commodities, Marine, Oil & Gas, Transport and Steel. She was also a Consulting Partner at Novateur Consulting Limited, a financial advisory firm and has held positions on various boards.

Mrs. Aboderin holds a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and a Master’s Degree in Banking and Finance from the University of Lagos. She is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (FCIB); Fellow, Association of National Accountant of Nigeria (FCNA) and an AMPAP Certified International Airport Professional (IAP).

She has attended postgraduate courses in Global Strategic Management (GSM) at the Harvard Business School, an Advanced Management Programme (AMP) at the Lagos Business School, and several other courses covering Trade, investment, Energy and Infrastructure Financing, Credit, Risk, Treasury, Transaction Banking, Operations, Sales and Marketing. She is presently pursuing another Masters degree in Sustainable Development from the University of Sussex, UK.

She is a motivator with high proficiency in business and transportation, marine, energy management, policy formulation and strategic thinking. She is passionate about industrialization and job creation, and continuously strives to proffer solutions to the Nigeria’s development, social and unemployment issues.

Mrs. Aboderin spends her spare time mentoring and training young people. Her hobbies include reading and travelling.

Mrs Boma Ukwunna

Mrs. Boma Ukwunna has 13 years cognate experience in the Maritime Industry, which has been within the Sifax Group of Companies.

She is a 1997 Graduate of Mass Communications from Delta State University Abraka. She also has a Special Executive Masters program in Business Administration (SEMP. MBA. June 2011 Class), from the University of Huddersfield, United Kingdom. She is a Fellow of the Ports and Terminal Management Academy of Nigeria (FPTM) and Member Nigerian Institute of Shipping (MNIS).

Boma served as General Manager Sifax Bonded Terminal ‘B’ with responsibility to oversee the administrative and operational activities before her transfer to SAHCOL.

Earlier in her career, she has been, Head of Administration, Ports and Cargo Services, Special Assistant to the Group Executive Chairman on Operations matter, Group Head Procurement, Group Head, Billing & Commercial at Sifax RoRo Terminal Apapa, Sifax Bonded Terminal and Ports and Cargo Handling Services, respectively.

Mrs. Boma Ukwunna, joined SAHCO in 2014 as the General Manager, Cargo Services. Her responsibilities in SAHCO include but are not limited to the day to day running of the Cargo activities. SAHCO’s warehouse in Lagos became RA3 certified during her tenure as General Manager. She assumed the post of Executive Director, Cargo Services and Operations on the 3^rd of September, 2018.

Dr. Babatunde Afolabi

Dr. Babatunde Afolabi is a graduate of Computer Engineering from the University of Ottawa, Canada in 2015. He was awarded Honorary Doctorate Degree, Doctor of Science (D.SC Hons) in Business Development and Strategic Management by the European-American University in 2019. 

He commenced his career during his undergraduate study as a User Interface/User Experience (UI/UX) developer at Kraneum Technology Boston, Massachusetts from 2012 to 2016 where he collaborated with design team members to define and develop new product concepts, performed minor software and interface testing, developed mobile applications and front-end for web applications; thereby demonstrating his mastery of different computer languages.

During this time, he also undertook an Industrial Training with Sifax Shipping Limited from 2012 to 2013 where he assisted in the management of the IT Department, including database hardware maintenance and technical assistance.

He subsequently worked with Sentinel Consulting Toronto, Canada from 2016 to 2017 as a Database Analyst following which he moved to Giatec Scientific, Ontario as a Quality Assurance (“QA”) Analyst in 2017.

He also has a number of personal projects including Chico Robot System (an environmentally responsive real time system using Eclipse IDE, C, C++, and Microcontrollers); Intellishade Blind System (a responsive real time embedded system that responds to environmental factors using PHP, Python, Java, HTML5); MenuBook (a web application for reserving restaurant place and ordering on menu before arrival using different programming languages and technology platform) and Hawker (a mobile application used to control subscription and retail marketing using geofencing.

Babatunde Afolabi is currently Executive Director, Business Development and Information Technology of Skyway Aviation Handling Company Plc.

Herbert Odika

HERBERT ODIKA is a professional in aviation ground operational management, business development, sales, and marketing. He is a 2001 graduate of business studies from the University of North London. He started his career in the United Kingdom developing skills and experience in business negotiation with proven ability to motivate and influence others, excellent judgement with the ability to implement positive changes and raise performance standards.

 After 5 years of working in the United Kingdom, Odika came to Nigeria to assume the office of the Head of Operations and Business Development at FMC Aviation Services Limited where he helped to grow the business from the initial start-up stage to a prosperous period of sustainable growth and profitability from 2011 to 2018. He was responsible for the operational management, finance and budgetary control, administration, and marketing strategies.

In 2018, Odika proceeded to Stansted Airport College in the United Kingdom as the Senior Tutor Aviation Operations to deliver classes, seminars and workshops within the Aviation and tourism landscapes while working closely with the Manchester Airport group.

Afterwards, Herbert Odika assumed the office of the Chief Operating Officer at NAHCO Aviance in 2019 where he was responsible for engaging in business acquisition in Africa, Middle East and Europe while establishing policies that promoted service excellence. He went back to the United Kingdom in 2022 where he worked with Menzies Aviation as the Lost Luggage Coordinator, focusing on Operations, Customer Services, planning and reconciliation duties.

As SAHCO’s Executive Director of Operations, Herbert Odika oversees the management of the day-to-day operations of the Passenger handling, baggage handling and ramp handling amongst other ground handling activities in all SAHCO’s stations across Nigeria. Odika is a strict adherer to policies and procedures and is skilled in aviation ground handling, especially in accordance with international standards. He is a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) and a Member of the Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM).

Adegbesan Abiodun Olugbenga

Mr. ADEGBESAN ABIODUN OLUGBENGA is a highly accomplished seasoned professional in the realms of accounting and finance, boasting a wealth of qualifications and a career spanning over thirty years. The foundation for his career commenced with a BSc (Hons) in Accounting from the University of Ilorin in 1989, followed by an MBA in Finance from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology in 2008. Additionally, his fellowship statuses in prestigious professional bodies such as the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (FCA) and the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (FCIT), Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Public Diplomacy and Management (CIPDM) alongside certifications as a Chartered Certified Forensic Investigator (CCPI) and Chartered Certified Forensic Accountant (CCrFA), attest to his commitment to continuous learning and development.

These positions demanded exceptional proficiency in financial management, strategic planning, and organizational leadership. His adeptness in navigating both public and private sectors, demonstrated by his earlier role with the Great Commission Movement of Nigeria as a Management Accountant, underscores his role versatile capabilities.

Adegbesan’s professional acumen is complemented by his interpersonal finesse, evident in his adeptness at fostering relationships with stakeholders and his aptitude for problem solving and process improvement. His broad perspective, cultivated through interests in reading, traveling, and engaging with diverse individuals, enriches both his personal and professional spheres. Furthermore, his commitment to his family, reflected in his contented marriage and parenthood, adds depth to his character, portraying a well-rounded individual dedicated to both his career and personal life.

Jesuyemisi Odeyemi

Odeyemi is an astute legal and finance executive, with a strong background in corporate governance, strategic management and customer experience. She is a graduate of the University of Ado Ekiti where she bagged a Bachelor of Law degree before proceeding to the Nigerian Law School, Lagos Campus.

She started her career journey as an associate counsel at A. Nwuke & Associates before moving to Ajose Adeogun & Associates. She later pivoted into banking as Customer Service/Teller Team Lead at Wema Bank Plc in 2008. She rose to become the Business Service Manager at the bank before joining Rhodium & Lambert Consulting as Service Quality Manager. In 2021, Odeyemi was appointed as the Group Company Secretary/Director of Company & Public Affairs by Adron Homes & Properties Limited where she provided full advisory services on corporate governance and legal matters.

Odeyemi is a member of many professional associations including the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN); Chartered Institute of Arbitrators; Association of Professional Negotiators and Mediators and Institute of Chartered Secretaries & Administrators of Nigeria

Emmanuel Olugbenga Okeowo

EMMANUEL OLUGBENGA OKEOWO joined the Aviation industry in 1986 with the debunked / former Nigeria Airways where he served in several capacities such as Passenger Services Officer, Interline Officer, IATA Baggage Tracing Officer, Duty Officer, Ramp

Turn- Around Coordinator, Load Control Officer and thereafter moved to Skypower Aviation Handling Company Limited now transformed to Skyway Aviation Handling Company Plc.

He has attended various trainings in several core bits of the aviation industry which includes Basic and advanced Ramp training, Certified IATA auditor, Initial Dangerous Goods certification, Load Control certification training in different categories of aircraft such as Boeing 727, DC9, DC10, MD11, Boeing 737 series 200-800, Airbus A319, 320, 330, 340. Boeing 747 series, 200-400, 767, 777. CRJ 900 and 1000. Q400 etc.

Okeowo has served in several management positions with an excellent track record. He was the Station Manager Domestic Airport, Lagos between 2011-2014 and was then transferred to Nnamdi Azikwe International Airport, Abuja as Senior Station Manager in 2014.

This is the position he held before his new appointment as Head of Operations which is what brought him back to Lagos headquarters from 01st of June, 2018.

Donald Adekunle

Mr. Donald Adekunle has an outstanding career spanning more than 26 years in the air freight and logistics space. He is widely regarded as a model professional in this area due to his unwavering commitment to the intricacies of managerial oversight, strategic planning, and general cargo operations.

Donald has continuously shown during his career that he has a deep comprehension of many different aspects of the goods management field. His areas of competence include marketing and sales for air and sea freight, deal closure strategies, negotiating techniques, brand management, and the effective implementation of general cargo projects.

With a strong leadership skills and ability to manage teams for result stems from his educational background. Along with specialized training programs like Project Management from Regenesys Business School (South Africa) (2022), a PG Diploma in Supply Chain Management from Westford University College, Dubai (2020), and a Senior Management Program (SMP17) at the Lagos Business School, Lagos.

In addition, he pursued a Master in Business Administration with a Human Resource Management concentration from the University of Ado-Ekiti (2000–2002) and a Bachelor of Science in Food Technology from the University of Agriculture Makurdi (1988–1993).

Many achievements, such as a track record of closing profitable deals and building cooperative team environments, have defined Donald’s remarkable career. His experience also includes the field of cargo sales, where he continuously recognizes and seizes lucrative opportunities, establishing himself as a trustworthy and result-oriented leader.

Donald’s commitment to maintaining the smooth and compliant flow of cargo operations is highlighted by his thorough awareness of general airport operations, which includes logistical nuances, careful documentation requirements, and stringent security measures.

Donald Adekunle is a model of excellence in the air cargo sector, possessing a unique combination of experience, knowledge, and academic distinction. He is a valuable asset in any freight and logistics project due to his significant contributions and unwavering dedication, and he will likely continue to shape the industry’s future for years to come.

James Oriowo

JAMES ORIOWO bagged his Bachelors of Engineering degree with second class upper division in Mechanical Engineering from the famous Ondo State University, Ado-Ekiti in April, 1997. Shortly after NYSC, he got a job with CITECO Technical engineering Company (which majored in repairs and maintenance of Conveyor belts) at MMIA as a Mechanical Engineer.

He joined the services of Skypower Aviation Handling Company Limited (SAHCOL) in June, 2000 as a Mechanical Engineer who specializes in the Maintenance, Repairs and servicing of Ground Support Equipments (GSE). He served in various capacities up to the position of Regional Manager Maintenance West before the advent of SIFAX in December, 2009.

James was made National Engineering Services Manager (NESM) in December, 2010 where he was in charge of the Maintenance division of all SAHCOL stations across the country. In the year 2012 he rose to the position of Senior Manager in the Maintenance Department. Due to his passion for the job, dedication and his proven track records in the department he was appointed as Head, Engineering & Maintenance in April, 2016 – a position he holds till today.

James has various certifications in the field of GSE maintenance from the United Kingdom, United States of America and Nigeria. He is also a member of several professional bodies among which are NIMECH, PMP, and CIPDM.

He is happily married with children. 

Ogungbemi Yinka Afolabi

Yinka Ogungbemi studied Political Science at the University of Lagos and also bagged a Masters in International Relations at the same University.

He joined SAHCO as an admin Officer in 2006 and rose to become Head, Admin Services in 2008. He retained this position till when SAHCO was privatized in 2010 to become Head of the Facility Department in 2012 a position he held till 2015 when he was returned as Head, Admin Services and Project.

Ogungbemi is a specialist in Protocol and Facility Maintenance. His passion for management has made him a successful team lead in project management and supervision, he is also in charge of contract administration and cost management for SAHCO.

He is a member of the Institute of Administrative Managers of Nigeria and currently the Assistant General Manager, Admin Services and Projects.

He is married with children.  

Folorunso Elegbede

Folorunso Elegbede is a licensed human resource practitioner and a Full Member, Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria, with close to 20 years of extensive work experience in Human Resources Management and Administration within medium to large sized organizations.

He has great understanding of organizational business needs and highly effective at incorporating creative leadership skills to achieve business goals and objectives to improve efficiency.

He is currently the Assistant General Manager of the Human Resources department of Skyway Aviation Handling Company PLC (SAHCO), deploying his deep insight skills into planning, organizing and controlling the activities and actions of the human resource department, along with his excellent skills in revising and recommending personnel policies and procedures within the organization.

Prior to joining Skyway Aviation Handling Company PLC, he has worked in different organizations, held several related human resources roles and cutting across different industries.

Elegbede is a Political Science graduate from Lagos State University and also holds an M Sc. in Political Science with specialization in International Relations from the University of Ibadan respectively.

He has, to his credit, attended various Human Resources related certified trainings from reputable training institutes.

Rotimi Omotoso

ROTIMI OMOTOSO is a passionate and experienced Accountant with more than 10 years robust career in both the private and public sector.

He started his career with African Steel Mills Nigeria Limited in February 2004, he moved to Ports and Cargo Handling Services Limited (a SIFAX Group company) in 2007 and rose to the position of Assistant Manager, Accounts.

He proceeded from this position to work with the Ekiti State Government as a Senior Accountant but came back to join SIFAX Ports and Cargo in April 2015 and later transferred to Skyway Aviation Handling Company Plc.

Omotoso is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN).

Omotoso is known to be thorough and astute as well as a good team player.

He is married with children.

Olaniyan Hamzat Bolarinwa

OLANIYAN HAMZAT BOLARINWA (MSc. FCIS) is a fellow of Certified Institute of Shipping (FCIS) in Nigeria, a graduate of Agric economics and masters of Science in Economics. An Executive project manager, he has a versatile experience of over 20 years in aviation maritime and agro allied industry.

His experience in Agriculture involved planning, monitoring and evaluation of Agricultural development programs, production and other logistics in poultry farming and other agro business. He had his compulsory National youth services with Agriculture development programme, Bauchi, Nigeria and got engaged thereafter for seven productive years from 2000-2006  by Zartech Nigeria limited, Oluyole industrial estate, Ibadan .

His Passion for material and human management enriched him with a saleable experience in Maritime industry from Shipping Process to Ship Husbandry and Logistics as he joined Sifax Group in November 2006 as Procurement Officer- Sifax Group (Port and Cargo Handling Services) he has since transfers several of the group subsidiaries, coordinator research and planning, Assistant manager Sifax Shipping Nigeria Ltd.

He was transferred to Skyway Aviation Handling Company Plc as the pioneer Manager Billing/Documentation in December 2009.

Olaniyan is currently Assistant General Manager of Billing and Credit control. He has deep understanding of aviation billing, credit control and process documentation and auditing, cargo handling management and safety management with IATA certification.

Taiwo Mogaji

Taiwo is a fellow of Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA). He has over 14 years top-performing strategic audit, finance and accounting with extensive and cross-functional experience delivering value-oriented Services in Internal & External Audit, Supporting Regulatory, Compliance & Governance Processes, Tax Management and Corporate Finance.

He bagged a BSc in Accounting from the Oxford Brooke University in the United Kingdom in 2011 and started his career as an external auditor. He has worked in 3 different audit firms where he supervised and led engagement teams for the auditing of large and complex companies in different sectors including Information Technology, Manufacturing, Construction, Oil & Gas and Services for over 9 years.

He joined SAHCO in 2015 as a Manager, Internal Audit & Control. After which he proceeded to join Media Fuse Dentsu Aegis Network (a multinational advertising agency) as a Senior Finance Manager in 2017. He re-joined SAHCO in January 2021.

He is an excellent team player and a highly motivated professional imbued with a strong spirit for achievement.

He is married with children.

Oseghale Christie Olohigbe

Mrs. Christie Olohigbe Oseghale has over 27 working years experience in aviation industry, starting out as a Cabin Executive in ADC Airlines in 1993.  As a Cabin Executive she functioned as a Safety and Quality Officer, where she had the opportunity to focus on and improve processes and procedures as it affects both internal and external customers. 

She had a brief stint with the Marketing Communications world at Advertising Techniques Limited (ATL) between 2000 and 2002 as a Clients Services Manager, developing and managing programs and implementing same for clients.  

In 2003, Christie returned to ADC Airlines as the Quality Manager, a position she held until 2007.  In 2006, she had the opportunity to lead the team that developed and implemented the Quality Management System that supported the pre-IOSA audit for the organisation. In her capacity as the Quality Manager, she was the team leader for other projects.

She joined SAHCO in 2012 as Manager Quality Assurance and worked with the Quality Assurance team to obtain ISAGO registration in SAHCO.

In June 2012 she assumed responsibility as Head, Safety /Quality Assurance. She is currently the Assistant General Manager, Safety/Quality Assurance.

Benjamin O. Akinola

Benjamin Akinola is a Fellow of the Institute of chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN). He has over 20 years work experience in Finance, Auditing and Internal Control.

He bagged an HND Accounting from YABA College of Technology and later B.Sc. Accounting from University of Lagos and MBA From Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife. Akinola Joined SAHCOL in 2001 as an Accountant when the company was part of the liquidated Nigerian Airways.

He rose from the position of Accountant to Manager in Finance and later Senior Manager, Internal control/Audit.

He was appointed to the position of Head, Internal Audit Department in March, 2022. Akinola is known to be a dedicated staff and a good team player. He is married with Children.

Adetola Vanessa Uansohia

Mrs. Adetola Vanessa Uansohia is a fervent and avid professional, an inspiring leader, expert communicator with over 18 years’ experience in the Aviation sector. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from the then University of Ado-Ekiti now Ekiti State University and also bagged a Master’s degree in Public Personnel Management from the National Open University of Nigeria.

She joined the Skypower Aviation Handling Company LTD (SAHCOL) before it became Skyway Aviation Handling Company PLC as a Passenger Handling Officer in October, 2006. She has undergone numerous aviation related courses, seminars and conferences and is knowledgeable in various Departure Control Systems. She rose to be a team-lead due to her excellent people skills, enthusiasm and attention to details. Adetola, representing the Passenger Handling Unit was one of the foremost Champions team of the IATA Safety Audit for Ground Operations (ISAGO) auditors trained to prepare SAHCO’s stations for their first ISAGO certification.

Adetola, a recipient of various awards won the best handling agent staff of Murtala Muhammed International Airport twice by Maevis Limited for exceptional customer service delivery and diligence while she was a Passenger Handling Staff. She rose to be a team lead for two reputable foreign airlines, providing leadership for the flight coordination from touch down to take off.

She moved from the Operations Department to Corporate Communications’ Department as the Assistant Manager in February 2014.

Adetola is a Member of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations and a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Public Diplomacy and Management.

She is currently the Head, Corporate Communications

Head, Security Services

Mr. Bamaiyi Gumut is a graduate of Economics from the Lagos State University, a Master’s Degree holder in Security and Safety Management from IRGIP African University, Benin Republic.

With over two decades of practical experience in Security Management, his wealth of experience cuts across several industries including Oil Services industries, Real Estate, UNICEF, Airlines and Ground Handling.

He is a certified instructor, certified AVSEC Quality Control professional and a licensed screener.