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By Chinelo Obogo
Overland Airways has added a prestigious global accolade to its record, earning the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS) certification, a testament to its unwavering commitment to safety, efficiency and exceptional customer service.
Awarded after months of meticulous audits and compliance evaluations aligned with international standards set by the International Organization for Standardization, the certification was formally presented during a ceremony at the airline’s Lagos headquarters on February 17, 2026.
For Overland Airways, the milestone is more than a certificate; it is a recognition of systems and processes designed to deliver consistent operational excellence.
Opening the ceremony, Chief Administrative Officer and ISO Champion, Mrs. Aanu Benson, described the achievement as proof that quality management is now deeply embedded across all facets of the airline’s operations. The presentation was conducted by Mr. Noruwa Edokpolo, Managing Director of NECA’s Global, alongside auditor Miss Ibukun Ajala, following the successful completion of the rigorous assessment process.
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Industry consultant, Mr. Williams Onwuka of Fine Spectra Consult, commended the airline for its discipline and structured approach throughout the certification journey.
Closing the ceremony, the Managing Director, Captain Edward Boyo, emphasised the strategic significance of the accomplishment.
“This is a valuable, powerful certification that will guide us going forward. For us, it is more than a principle, it is a way of life,” he stated.
The Executive Director, Mrs. Aduke Atiba, offered heartfelt thanks to staff and partners, applauding the collaboration that made the achievement possible.
The ISO 9001:2015 certification now complements the airline’s 11-year IOSA certification and its membership in the International Air Transport Association (IATA), further reinforcing its alignment with globally recognized safety and operational benchmarks.
With the recent reintroduction of routes to Ibadan, Warri and Minna, Overland Airways says its strengthened quality framework will support its expansion strategy while ensuring safe, reliable and customer-focused services across Nigeria and the wider region.
