SIFAX Group has kicked off the 2026 business year with the unveiling of an innovation-driven growth plan targeted at strengthening operations, deepening technology adoption and expanding its footprint across West Africa.
The Chairman of the Group, Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, stated this in his New Year message to employees, partners and stakeholders, where he outlined the company’s strategic priorities for the year while reflecting on its performance in 2025.
According to Afolabi, the Group’s 2026 agenda is anchored on the theme, “Growth through Innovation,” with a strong focus on operational excellence, cross-subsidiary collaboration, sustainability and customer-centric service delivery.
He noted that SIFAX Group is deliberately positioning itself to respond proactively to industry changes and emerging opportunities across its diverse business portfolio.
He explained that key priorities for the year include advancing technological integration across logistics and maritime operations, expanding the use of cleaner and more sustainable energy solutions, and deepening the Group’s presence within the West African sub-region, particularly through its financial services businesses.
“Our mission remains to become Africa’s global conglomerate — trusted, resilient, ethical and impactful. Innovation will be the driving force behind our growth as we consolidate our operations and explore new opportunities across the region,” Afolabi said.
The SIFAX Group Chairman stated that the innovation push would also support the company’s regional expansion strategy, especially in West Africa, as it seeks to strengthen its market presence and scale its financial services offerings.
Afolabi noted that the 2026 outlook builds on significant achievements recorded in 2025, despite economic pressures, regulatory changes and global uncertainties.
He highlighted the strong performance of Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO), which recorded a 155.45 per cent profit growth in the first half of the year and secured strategic ground handling contracts with international airlines, including Ethiopian Airlines and Air Tanzania.
In the maritime sector, Ports & Cargo Handling Services Limited expanded its operations in the general cargo segment, while SIFAX Shipping Company Limited enhanced Nigeria’s export connectivity through the introduction of direct Less-than-Container Load (LCL) exports to the United Kingdom. SIFAX Shipping Inland Container Limited also continued to set benchmarks for efficient inland container terminal operations in the country.
The Group further deepened its diversification drive with the launch of SKYPAY Africa, a regional payment solution introduced through its financial subsidiary, Sky Capital. Beyond business performance, Afolabi reaffirmed the company’s commitment to social impact through the Ajoke Ayisat Afolabi Foundation, which continued to support vulnerable individuals and communities across Nigeria.
Looking ahead, the Chairman stressed that innovation at SIFAX Group would extend beyond technology to include people, culture and values. He urged employees to uphold professionalism, integrity, teamwork and accountability as the organisation pursues its long-term vision of becoming Africa’s global conglomerate.
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