The Air Transport Services Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (ATSSSAN) has commended the management of Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) for implementing a 40 per cent salary increase for its workforce.
The union described the move as a significant boost to employee welfare.

The President of ATSSSAN, Comrade John Ogbe, gave the commendation during a courtesy visit by the union’s newly elected executives to the management of SAHCO at the Murtala Muhammed Airport (MMA), Lagos.
While applauding the salary review, Ogbe urged the company to commence the implementation of the long service award scheme as provided for in the organisation’s conditions of service.
He also called on SAHCO to prioritise female employees for outstation training opportunities whenever such programmes arise, stressing the need for greater inclusion and capacity development for women in the aviation industry.

The ATSSSAN President reiterated the union’s commitment to constructive engagement and industrial harmony, noting that collaboration was one of the association’s core values.
According to him, the union understood the unique dynamics and sensitive nature of the aviation industry and is committed to working with management to ensure sustainable growth.
Ogbe urged SAHCO’s management to maintain confidence in the branch executives elected by workers, assuring the company of the union’s continued support and cooperation.

He said: “We believe in genuine collaboration and partnership. The executives were freely elected by members, and we are committed to working with management in the interest of both staff and the organisation.
In her response, the Managing Director, SAHCO, Adenike Aboderin, described ATSSSAN as a passionate advocate of workers’ welfare.
She also recalled Ogbe’s active role in negotiations involving workers’ interests and lauded his dedication to labour issues.

Aboderin noted that although management and labour often approach issues from different perspectives, both parties ultimately seek the same objective, which is the progress of the organisation and the welfare of employees.
She canvassed the need for modern-day unionism to align with contemporary workplace realities, adding that discipline must remain a key principle among union members.
According to her, union membership should not be used as a justification for indiscipline or truancy.

The SAHCO chief also expressed concern over the growing incidence of substance abuse among workers and urged ATSSSAN to intensify efforts in mentoring its members against the trend.
She reaffirmed management’s commitment to employee welfare, explaining that the recent 40 per cent salary increase was part of ongoing efforts to improve staff motivation and job satisfaction.