L-R: Keynote Speaker, Former MD FAAN, Dr. Richard Aisebeogun; Head Safety MMA 2, Mrs. Nafusat Adeniran; Corporate Communication MMA 2, Mrs. Ajoke Yinka-Olawuy; Chairman of the Occasion, Executive Director Operation and Technical, Tanta Security Services, Capt. Warredi Enisuoh and Convener/Host, Publisher JustAlive Communications Limited, Mrs. Pearl Ngwama, during the prestigious recognising of the airport operator as part of activities at the JustAlive Communications Limited 2nd Edition of Transport Summit on Theme: Navigating Global Disruption and the Road Ahead: Mobility, Energy and Trade Facilitation for Resilient Future, in Lagos on on Friday October, 2026..
Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited (BASL), operators of the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two (MMA2), Lagos, has become the first organisation to receive the JustAlive Communications Nigeria Transport Summit Signature Recognition, in recognition of its contribution to the development of Nigeria’s transport sector through private-sector investment in airport infrastructure and operational management.
The recognition featured prominently at the Second Nigeria Transport Summit held on October 23, 2026, at Providence Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, under the theme “Navigating Global Disruptions and the Road Ahead: Mobility, Energy and Trade Facilitation for a Resilient Future.”
The annual summit, organised by JustAlive Communications Limited, publishers of JustNet News and PR consultants, serves as a strategic industry dialogue bringing together stakeholders across the transport value chain to examine critical challenges, exchange ideas, promote collaboration and develop perspectives on policies and strategies capable of shaping the growth and development of Nigeria’s transport industry.
Against this backdrop, the Transport Spotlight placed BASL in focus as a private-sector organisation making a remarkable contribution to the country’s aviation industry through the provision and management of an airport terminal of international standard.
The presentation featured a documentary showcasing MMA2, alongside a short interview session with BASL executives, during which strategic insights into the terminal’s operations, safety management, infrastructure development and innovative approaches to airport management were shared with participants.
The presentation, which attracted keen attention from the audience, offered an opportunity to understand the operational philosophy, institutional processes and strategic considerations that have distinguished MMA2 in Nigeria’s airport industry.
The session was moderated by media veteran, Mr. Ewos Iroro, and featured BASL’s Head of Safety, Mrs. Nafisat Adeniran, and Head of Corporate Communications, Mrs. Ajoke Yinka-Olawuyi.
Speaking on safety management, Adeniran explained that safety considerations were integrated into the terminal’s design, construction and operational arrangements to ensure compliance with applicable safety requirements.
She disclosed that fire-safety equipment and other protective facilities were determined through risk assessments, while the company’s safety management systems were regularly reviewed to address operational changes and emerging industry trends.
According to her, MMA2 conducts two major risk assessments annually, with one undertaken in the first quarter and another towards the end of the year.
The assessments, she explained, enable the company to evaluate available resources, identify operational gaps and determine additional measures required to maintain acceptable safety standards.
They also help establish whether existing risk controls remain adequate and effective in addressing potential hazards.
Adeniran stressed that safety management was not the responsibility of the terminal operator alone, emphasising the importance of involving other stakeholders in creating a safe airport environment.
She said BASL engaged, empowered and trained stakeholders, including providing free fire-safety training, to strengthen collective responsibility for safety.
“We ensure we engage our stakeholders, we empower and also train them for free on fire training. This is because their involvement and participation is very key in our assessment”, she said.
On the agreements recently signed under the supervision of the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, to address longstanding disputes involving the Federal Government, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), BASL and Stabilini Visinoni Limited, Yinka-Olawuyi expressed optimism that the development would open a new chapter for the concession agreement.
She noted that resolving the disputes would provide an opportunity to unlock the agreement’s full potential, particularly in expanding economic activities, attracting further investment and creating employment opportunities.
The spotlight was introduced by the Convener of the Nigeria Transport Summit and Managing Director of JustAlive Communications Limited, Mrs. Pearl Ngwama, who explained that the initiative was conceived to recognise private-sector organisations demonstrating commitment to the growth and development of Nigeria’s transport industry.
In her introductory address, Ngwama said the Nigeria Transport Summit Signature was designed to make the annual gathering more than a platform for industry discussions and policy recommendations by providing an avenue to document and celebrate organisations whose achievements, innovations and contributions offer valuable lessons for the sector.
She observed that government alone could not provide all the resources and capacity required to develop the country’s transport infrastructure, improve service delivery and drive innovation, making private-sector participation indispensable to the industry’s progress.
According to her, the recognition would also serve as encouragement to other private organisations to remain committed to the development of the sector and deepen their contributions to national growth.
“The idea is simple but significant: to recognise and document organisations whose achievements, innovations and contributions offer valuable lessons for Nigeria’s transport industry”, she said.
Ngwama emphasised that the initiative was different from conventional industry awards, as it was not competitive but a considered acknowledgement of an organisation’s journey, accomplishments, impact and potential to inspire progress across the sector.
She explained that the documentary-style Transport Spotlight would take participants beyond corporate profiles to examine the stories behind featured organisations, including their vision, innovations, operational experiences, challenges and contributions to national development.
“This year, we are proud to feature Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited, operators of Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two, MMA2, Lagos”, she said.
The Convener added that the initiative would become a permanent feature of the Nigeria Transport Summit, with plans to recognise deserving private-sector organisations across aviation, maritime, rail, road transport, inland waterways, logistics and allied sectors in subsequent editions.
At the end of the presentation, BASL was formally presented with the Nigeria Transport Summit Recognition Scroll of Excellence, marking the first organisation to be featured and recognised under the JustAlive Communications initiative.
The scroll acknowledged BASL’s contribution to Nigeria’s aviation industry through private-sector participation in airport infrastructure, operational management and passenger services.
It further described the company’s journey at MMA2 as an important chapter in Nigeria’s experience with private-sector investment in transport infrastructure, recognising its role in advancing airport terminal operations and contributing to the continuing development of the nation’s aviation sector.
The scroll was presented to BASL by the Chairman of the Summit, Capt. Warredi Enisuoh, at the Second Nigeria Transport Summit on October 23, 2026, formally establishing the company as the pioneer recipient of the Nigeria Transport Summit Signature recognition.
Through the initiative, JustAlive Communications Limited seeks to preserve the stories of organisations shaping Nigeria’s transport future, showcase successful private-sector interventions and inspire greater investment, innovation and operational excellence across the industry.
