LAGOS – An employee of the Nigerian Aviation Handling Company (NAHCO) Plc, Auwal Dankode, has emerged as the winner of ‘Unsung Hero’ category of the ‘Pride of Groundhandling Award’ at the Ground Handling International (GHI), Conference, held in Barcelona, Spain.
A statement by Mr. Tayo Ajakaye, Assistant General Manager, Corporate Communications, NAHCO said that Dankode was recognised for his exemplary honesty after returning a substantial sum of $10,000 found during a cabin cleaning operation at his Kano International Airport station.
The statement hinted that a panel of international judges, adjudged Dankode’s act of admirable integrity as excellent enough to trump other five finalists from other countries.
Dankode, a cabin cleaner with NAHCO Plc, received widespread acclaim both within and outside the country after he returned the sum of $10,000 found in the seat just vacated by travelers on an Egypt Air aircraft.
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.
This award is testimony of the fact that this has attracted International Attention, as well.
The statement added: “In recognition of his exceptional behaviour, NAHCO has bestowed upon him numerous accolades, including cash rewards, a double promotion, and the prestigious role of brand ambassador.
“Furthermore, the National Orientation Agency, honoured him as the Nigerian of the Week on August 28th, acknowledging his unwavering honesty and accountability.”
Besides, Ajakaye said that Nigerians on various media platforms have lauded Auwal with majority of them noting that his brand of honesty was hard to come by especially considering the current exchange rate of the naira to the United States dollar.
The Pride of Groundhandling 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.
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