Group Managing Director of Finchglow Holdings, Bankole Bernard has stepped into a pivotal role in Nigeria’s aviation sector as the newly appointed Chairman of CASS Nigeria’s Local Consultative Council.

The confirmation of his appointment followed official correspondence from the Directorate of CASS, placing one of the industry’s most experienced figures at the center of Nigeria’s cargo financial settlement system. Finchglow Holdings, which Bernard leads, is the parent company of six businesses operating across travel and aviation services.

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CASS Nigeria plays a vital but often unseen role in the aviation value chain. Through its Local Consultative Council, it safeguards transparency and strengthens the financial settlement framework that links airlines, cargo operators, and logistics partners. In an industry built on speed, trust, and accuracy, this system serves as a critical backbone.

Bernard’s elevation is seen as a strategic fit, reflecting his long-standing influence in the travel and aviation space. Over the years, he has built a reputation for stable leadership and deep industry understanding. His new role positions him to help shape commercial accountability and stakeholder confidence at a time when cargo operations and regional trade continue to expand.

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For Finchglow Holdings, the appointment further reinforces its growing presence across Nigeria’s aviation ecosystem. For the wider industry, it signals continuity, experience, and steady leadership in one of its most critical financial structures.