The Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two (MMA2), operated by Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Ltd., has announced plans to introduce a structured slot system in 2026 as part of efforts to balance growing passenger demand with terminal capacity and improve overall operational efficiency.
The disclosure was made by Mr Remi Jibodu, Acting Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Ltd., in a statement signed by the Head of Corporate Communications, Mrs Ajoke Yinka-Olawuyi, on Monday in Lagos.
Reviewing operational outcomes from the recent year-end travel period and outlining improvement plans for the coming years, Jibodu said lessons from the peak season would directly shape efficiency-driven initiatives scheduled for implementation in 2026.
“The year-end peak period highlighted the importance of structured coordination among all stakeholders operating within the terminal environment.
“In 2026, MMA2 will introduce a structured slot system to balance demand and capacity across the airport terminal.
“This initiative will improve aircraft movement coordination, reduce congestion throughout the terminal during peak periods, enhance on-time performance for our airline partners, and enable better planning and deployment by ground handling companies,” he said.
According to Jibodu, the planned slot system forms part of MMA2’s broader operational optimisation strategy and demonstrates the terminal’s commitment to aligning its processes with global best practices in apron and airside management.
He noted that MMA2 recorded a successful 2025 year-end operational period, highlighting the terminal’s resilience, operational flexibility and strong collaboration with airline partners, ground handling companies and other stakeholders during the busy festive travel season.
The acting COO explained that throughout the high-traffic end-of-year period, MMA2 worked closely with airlines and key service providers to ensure seamless, safe and efficient operations. He added that the terminal extended its operational hours on several occasions, remaining open beyond scheduled shutdown periods to accommodate late-night and delayed flights.
Jibodu said these extensions were carried out alongside routine and essential daily maintenance activities, which continued without compromise to maintain high standards of safety, infrastructure integrity and operational efficiency.
He further stated that MMA2 deployed additional operational and ground support measures in coordination with ground handling partners to ensure smooth passenger facilitation, efficient baggage handling and minimal disruption to airline schedules.
According to him, these proactive steps reinforced the terminal’s commitment to operational reliability, service excellence and a consistently positive passenger experience, even during peak-demand periods. He also noted that security and passenger-support systems recorded notable improvements, with enhanced CCTV surveillance playing a critical role in monitoring terminal activities during the busy season.
On non-aeronautical operations, Mr Kola Bamigboye, Head of Space and Premises Management and Acting COO, said the year under review marked a period of innovation and strong performance across customer-facing services at MMA2.
“Beyond aeronautical operations, MMA2 also recorded significant successes across its non-aeronautical services, further strengthening the overall passenger experience.
“Over the past year, MMA2 achieved remarkable progress across its non-aeronautical services, driven by innovation and a deliberate focus on customer experience.
“From retail and concession management to enhanced passenger amenities, our objective has been to deliver a convenient, comfortable, and engaging terminal environment.
“We are well-positioned to sustain this momentum in 2026 by continuing to innovate and elevate the customer journey,” he said.
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