Chairman Gervais Koffi Djondo, founder of Ecobank & Asky, has been praised by the Millennium Excellence Foundation for the prestigious Lifetime Africa Achievement Prize, Afrablanking and Aviation Excellence in Africa Excellence.
The 2025 Millennium Excellence Award, Otumhuo Oseituti II, held under the prominent auspices of Asantehene, was held at Manhia Palace in Kumasi.
The event brought together renowned business leaders and various respected high-ranking officials to honor the community and individuals who have made a huge contribution.
Chairman Johndo was recognized for his exceptional contribution to Africa's progress and for his unwavering commitment to sustainable development across the continent.
In his acceptance speech, Chairman Johndo expressed his deep gratitude for this recognition, saying, “This award is not merely a personal honor. It is a testament to the collective efforts of all peoples tirelessly to promote the sustainable development of African Ecobank and Aski and Aski.
Chairman Johndo highlighted the importance of collaboration and innovation in addressing the challenges facing Africa today. He called on leaders, entrepreneurs and young people to unite their efforts to harness the vast potential of the continent. “We must invest in people, resources, ideas. The future of Africa depends on our ability to work together and support each other,” he added.
Known for its commitment to promoting excellence and innovation in Africa, the Millennium Excellence Foundation has been committed to celebrating individuals who have made significant contributions to the development of the continent.
Pan Africa Airlines Asky is a 100% privately owned airline in partnership with Ethiopian passenger aircraft, including ECOWAS Investment Development Bank (EBID), West African Development Bank (ETI), Ecobank Group (ETI), and African Regional Banking Institutions (EBID), including Togo State.
Asky is a commercial company under private law and is managed by experienced African Airlines experts, and Ethiopian Airlines is a strategic partner.
Asky currently operates a fleet of 14 aircraft, including the 9 (09) Boeing 737-800 and five Boeing 737 Max 8s, serving 29 (29) cities in 27 (27) African countries.
Asky's focus is on developing a strong in-Africa network that promotes regional development, tourism, economic growth and regional integration as the main economic catalyst within the continent with the long-term goal of sustainable business focused on profitability.
