Lagos Aviation Academy Crowned ‘Aviation School of the Year’ at Travellers Award 2025
Lagos Aviation Academy (LAA) has been named ‘Aviation School of the Year’ at the 2024/2025 Travellers Award, organised by African Travel Quarterly (ATQ News) in partnership with the 21st Akwaaba African Travel Market.
The award recognises LAA’s unwavering commitment to excellence in aviation training, its pivotal role in shaping the next generation of aviation professionals, and its contribution to the advancement of Nigeria’s aviation industry.
Speaking on the recognition, Mr. Bolaji Durojaiye, Head of School at LAA, said: “Beyond academic excellence, we are intentional about equipping our students with the skills and confidence to thrive in the aviation sector. This achievement belongs not only to the Academy but to every graduate who continues to make us proud in Nigeria and beyond.”
Over the years, LAA has consistently demonstrated that its impact extends far beyond the classroom. Its graduates are excelling across airlines, travel companies, and aviation-related organisations, where they are driving improvements in service delivery, operational efficiency, and professional standards.
Highlighting the Academy’s broader influence, Mr. Bankole Bernard, President of the Association of Aviation Training Organisations of Nigeria (AATON) and Group Managing Director of Finchglow Holdings, noted: “Lagos Aviation Academy represents the kind of forward-thinking and excellence-driven approach that the Nigerian aviation sector needs. Their commitment to globally recognised training is not just building careers; it is strengthening the aviation ecosystem and supporting the growth of Nigeria’s economy. We are proud to see LAA receive this well-deserved honour.”
The recognition at the Travellers Award further cements LAA’s reputation as a centre of excellence for aviation training, reaffirming its mission to develop skilled professionals who will continue to propel Nigeria’s aviation sector onto the global stage.
