The initiative, disclosed by Remi Jibodu, Head of Aeronautics and Cargo Services and Acting Chief Operating Officer at BASL, is designed to improve aircraft movement coordination, reduce congestion during peak periods, enhance on-time performance for airline partners, and support more efficient planning by ground handling companies.
“If implemented, MMA2 would be the first terminal operator in Nigeria to adopt a slot allocation system,” Jibodu said in a statement released through the Head of Corporate Communications, Ajoke Yinka-Olawuyi. “Most of the world’s busiest airports, including London Heathrow, Frankfurt, JFK, and Dubai International, rely on such systems to manage limited runway and terminal capacity.”
The initiative forms part of MMA2’s broader operational optimisation strategy and reflects the terminal’s commitment to aligning with global best practices in apron and airside management. Jibodu noted that insights gained from operations during the year-end peak period would inform key efficiency-enhancing measures in 2026. “The year-end peak highlighted the importance of structured coordination among all stakeholders operating within the terminal environment,” he said.
Kola Bamigboye, Head of Space & Premises Management and Acting COO at BASL, highlighted the terminal’s progress over the past year in non-aeronautical services, including retail, concession management, and passenger amenities. “Our objective has been to deliver a convenient, comfortable, and engaging terminal environment,” he said, adding that the terminal is well-positioned to sustain this momentum in 2026.
The statement also underscored improvements in security and passenger support systems, noting that MMA2’s Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) infrastructure played a key role in monitoring terminal activities and facilitating the prompt recovery of lost or forgotten items, including personal belongings and travel documents.