SAHCO achieves major milestone with global information security certification
Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) has attained the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Information Security Management System certification. This makes SAHCO the first aviation ground handling company in Nigeria and among a select few in Africa to meet this global standard. The certification demonstrates the company’s commitment to protecting sensitive data and ensuring operational excellence. Executive Director Dr Babatunde Afolabi highlighted the importance of embedding information security across the organisation.
TLDR
- SAHCO secured the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification after a rigorous audit by a global certification body.
- The certification covers core operations such as cargo handling, customer information management, and operational systems.
- Dr Babatunde Afolabi emphasised that information security is an organisational responsibility, not just an IT function.
- The achievement adds to SAHCO’s existing certifications and positions it as a leader in Africa’s aviation ground handling sector.
- Implementation involved risk assessments, security controls, staff training, and continuous monitoring to align with international best practices.
