Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Ltd., says it will introduce a structured slot system in 2026 to balance demand and capacity at the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two (MMA2).

Mr. Remi Jibodu, Acting Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Bi-Courtney made the disclosure in a statement signed by the Head of Corporate Communications, Mrs Ajoke Yinka-Olawuyi on Monday.

Speaking on operational outcomes from the year-end period and improvement plans for the new year, Jibodu, said that insights gained during the peak season would directly inform key efficiency-enhancing initiatives 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.

Jibodu added that the initiative formed part of MMA2’s broader operational optimisation strategy and reflected the terminal’s commitment to aligning operations with global best practices in apron and airside management.

He also noted that MMA2 recorded a successful 2025 year-end operational period, underscoring the terminal’s resilience, operational flexibility, and strong collaboration with airline ground handling companies among others, during the peak festive travel season.

The COO, however, noted that throughout the high-traffic end-of-year period, MMA2 worked closely with its airline partners and key service providers, including ground handling companies, to deliver seamless and efficient operations and safety.

He added that to support uninterrupted flight operations, the terminal provided extended operational coverage, remaining open beyond its scheduled shutdown periods on several occasions to accommodate late-night and delayed flights.

Jibodu said the extensions were implemented alongside routine and essential daily maintenance activities, which continued without compromise to ensure the highest standards of safety, infrastructure integrity, and operational efficiency.

He also said that MMA2 deployed additional operational and ground support measures in coordination with ground handling partners to ensure smooth passenger facilitation, efficient baggage processing, and minimal disruption to airline schedules.

He noted that these proactive measures reinforced the terminal’s commitment to operational reliability, service excellence, and a consistently positive passenger experience, even during peak-demand periods.

According to him, security and passenger-support systems also recorded notable improvements during the year-end period as MMA2’s enhanced CCTV surveillance infrastructure played a critical role in monitoring terminal activities among others.

Commenting on non-aeronautical operations, Mr Kola Bamigboye, Head, Space & Premises Management and Acting COO, noted that the year under review marked a period of innovation and strong performance across customer-facing services.

“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.