Overland Airways is pleased to announce that in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the aviation industry and exceptional leadership, Capt. Edward Boyo, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Managing Director of Overland Airways Limited and Landover Company has been conferred with the Honorary Doctoral Degree, Doctor of Entrepreneurship (Honoris Causa) by the distinguished Achievers University, Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria at the University’s 16th Convocation Ceremony and 19^th Anniversary

On the recognition to Capt. Boyo, Achievers University says: “this honour is in recognition of your immense contribution to the aviation industry, your leadership qualities and consistency in the running and operation of Overland Airways. You (sic) success in the aviation industry is a clear demonstration of the traits of an achiever, which should not be taken for granted.”

The conferment ceremony, which was held at Achievers University’s auditorium on October 31, 2026, was witnessed by dignitaries from across Nigeria including RT. Hon. (Dr.) Yakubu Dogara, CFR, former Speaker of the House of Representatives and Chancellor of the University, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ajibade Gbadegeshin Ogunoye III, Olowo of Owo land and several other Royal Fathers, a management delegation from Landover Company and Overland Airways amongst many other distinguished guests.

In his acceptance speech, Capt. Boyo said: “I am particularly heartened to receive this recognition and wish to extend my gratitude to the leadership of Achievers University for this honour. I am mindful of the pedigree and reputation of Achievers University, its promoters and students; and on my part I promise to be a good ambassador of this great University. Today, the seed of a great partnership has been planted and I am now officially a member of this great citadel of learning.”

Mrs. Aduke Atiba, the Executive Director of Landover Company and Overland Airways Limited said: “The entire Management and staff of Overland Airways Limited and Landover Company celebrate our Founder and leader, Capt. Edward Boyo on this well-earned honour by Achievers University. We are confident that this honour will further propel him to do even more for the advancement of aviation in Nigeria and Africa as a whole.”

The occasion also saw the conferment of honorary doctoral degree on His Imperial Majesty Oba Dr. Victor Adesimbo Kiladejo, CFR, Jilo III, Osemawe of Ondo and Paramount ruler of Ondo Kingdom, and Engr. Norbert C. Oleah, Founder/Group Chief Executive, Technova Africa International Limited.

Capt. Boyo is a leader in the air transport industry in Nigeria and Africa and has made significant contributions to policy formulation in the air transport sector across Africa. He currently serves Africa as Ambassador for West Africa for the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM), a flagship project of the African Union.