An employee of the Nigerian Aviation Handling Company Plc, Mr Auwal Dankode, has emerged the winner in the ‘Unsung Hero’ category of the Pride of Ground Handling Award at the Ground Handling International (GHI), Conference, held in Barcelona, Spain.
Recall that Dankode received local and international acclaim after he returned $10,000 found while cleaning the cabin Egypt Air aircraft at the Kano International Airport.
His story, shared across various platforms, including on the social media pages of prominent Nigerian personalities and blogs, has captured the nation’s attention with many acclaiming his extraordinary act of honesty.
A panel of international judges adjudged Dankode’s act as excellent enough to defeat five other finalists drawn from other countries.
In recognition of his exceptional behaviour, NAHCO has appreciated him with cash rewards, a double promotion, and brand ambassador of the ground handling firm.
Besides, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) named him as the ‘Nigerian of the Week’ on August 28 for his honesty and accountability.
The Pride of Ground Handling Awards is organised by the Ground Handling International.
It is an annual event celebrating aviation excellence globally, as well as recognizing the outstanding contributions of industry icons.
GHI’s Annual Conference is aviation Ground Handling community’s major conference, hosting thousands of ground handling operators, airlines and investors.
The event hosted almost 1,000 stakeholders in 2024 including more than 110 airline carriers from over 60 countries.
