Dana Air took a momentous pause over the weekend to express gratitude to 69 dedicated staff members who played pivotal roles across various capacities. At the lively End of Year Party, the airline’s top management and staff seamlessly blended moments of reflection on the past year with optimistic discussions about the future.
Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Ememobong Ettete, set the tone in his opening remarks, acknowledging the significant achievement of marking 15 years for Dana Air. He extended heartfelt appreciation to the staff, recognizing their unwavering dedication, commitment, and hard work.
The celebration continued with a melodic serenade, as the crowd was treated to enchanting songs and mesmerizing violin performances by the talented Victor Monday Chukwuemeka.
Recognizing Excellence: Punctuality, Dedication, and Style
Dana Air shone a spotlight on excellence by presenting awards to nine remarkably punctual staff members. Udoh Bassey, Emeka Miriam, Adekunle Fowode, Joyce Innocent, Akeem Adeosun, Ojo Yetunde Agnes, Sunday George Mark, Ranti Raman Amuda, and Engr Indra Irawan were duly acknowledged.
The accolades extended to individuals who showcased exceptional dedication, with special mentions for Ajiboye Temitope, Anthony Aduba, Uko Felix, Capt Hazell John Anthony, and Capt Okoli Jonathan Lotanna. Akinsowon Olanrewaju, Kabiru Abiose, Anthonia Aneke, Olusola Adeosun, Audu Noah, Fidelis Newman Ogbu, and Engr Gusti Ngurah Bakti Suprata also joined the prestigious list of awardees.
The celebration continued with a nod to those who embodied style in their uniforms. Mediatrice Ivanadoris Ikemba, Godspower Ikechi, Chukwukere Daniel, Gbolahan Fagbule, Patrick Efeteha, Nanjul Dakat, Saviour Esosori, Nwankwo Cynthia, and Osuagwu Chinasa received well-deserved recognition.
Honoring Years of Dedication: Long Service Awards
Dana Air reserved the final set of awards for those who have stood the test of time in their service. Hamid Ibrahim, Anand Bangarsamy, Williams Norbert, Alawode Rachael, Comfort Otubu, Christopher Isagi, Ajibola Kudiratu, Benson Nwosu, Anthonia Ngozi Aneke, Magdalene Onyeukwu, Bolanle Ogunyemi, Taiwo Adesegun, Temitope Abolarin, Kelly Ihaza, Rasheed Oluyemi, Hassan Suleiman, Godwin Uboh, Innocent Udoh, Juliet Martins, Omoike Jonathan Ifeoma, Lynda Chukwukere, Gloria Okonkwo, Mohammed Adegbe, Fatai Onasoga, Issa Nurudeen Ismaila, Obafemi Fetuga, Moruf Babatunde, Babatunde Adeniyi, David, Paul Mwankon, Agnes Alagi, Maiganga Haruna, Blessing Nwachukwu, Ona Peter, Felicia Egbadon, Iko Adama, Friday Igbang Ijale Aliyu, Babatunde Akanbi, Emmanuel Udoh, Kabiru Abiose, and Olumide Atunbi were all honored for their remarkable long service.
In the spirit of camaraderie and achievement, Dana Air’s End of Year Party marked not only a celebration of the past but a spirited leap into the promising future.