The recognition celebrates Bi-Courtney’s private-sector investment in airport infrastructure, while a documentary spotlight highlighted MMA2’s operational philosophy, safety systems and contribution to Nigeria’s aviation industry
Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited (BASL), operators of the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two (MMA2), Lagos, has emerged as the pioneer recipient of the Nigeria Transport Summit Signature Recognition instituted by JustAlive Communications Limited, in acknowledgement of its contribution to Nigeria’s transport development through private-sector investment in airport infrastructure and terminal management.
The recognition was unveiled 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”.
Organised annually by JustAlive Communications Limited, publishers of JustNet News and PR consultants, the summit provides a strategic platform for stakeholders across the transport value chain to deliberate on industry challenges, exchange ideas, promote collaboration and examine policies and strategies for advancing the sector.
As part of this year’s programme, BASL was selected for the Transport Spotlight, an initiative designed to showcase private-sector organisations whose investments, innovations and operational achievements are contributing to the development of Nigeria’s transport industry.
The presentation featured a documentary on MMA2, followed by an interactive session with BASL executives, providing participants with insights into the terminal’s operations, safety management, infrastructure development and approach to airport management.
The session, moderated by media veteran, Mr. Ewos Iroro, featured BASL’s Head of Safety, Mrs. Nafisat Adeniran, and Head of Corporate Communications, Mrs. Ajoke Yinka-Olawuyi.
The presentation attracted considerable attention as the executives provided perspectives on the systems, institutional processes and operational practices underpinning MMA2’s activities.
Speaking on safety management, Adeniran explained that safety considerations were incorporated into the design, construction and operational arrangements of the terminal to ensure compliance with applicable safety standards.
She disclosed that the provision of fire-safety equipment and other protective facilities was guided by risk assessments, while the company’s safety management systems were regularly reviewed to accommodate operational changes and emerging industry trends.
According to her, MMA2 conducts two major risk assessments annually, with one carried out in the first quarter and another towards the end of the year.
She explained that the assessments enable the company to evaluate available resources, identify operational gaps and determine additional measures required to sustain acceptable safety standards.
They also help establish whether existing risk-control measures remain adequate and effective in addressing potential hazards.
Adeniran emphasised that airport safety could not be achieved by the terminal operator acting alone, stressing the importance of collective responsibility among stakeholders.
She said BASL consistently engaged, empowered and trained stakeholders, including offering free fire-safety training, to strengthen safety awareness and preparedness within the airport environment.
“We ensure we engage our stakeholders, we empower and also train them for free on fire training. This is because their involvement and participation are 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 resolve 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 usher in a new phase for the concession agreement.
She noted that resolving the disputes would create an opportunity to unlock the agreement’s full potential, particularly in expanding economic activities, attracting additional investments and generating employment opportunities.
JustAlive unveils industry recognition initiative
Introducing the Transport Spotlight, the Convener of the Nigeria Transport Summit and Managing Director of JustAlive Communications Limited, Mrs. Pearl Ngwama, explained that the initiative was conceived to recognise and document private-sector organisations making significant contributions to the growth and development of Nigeria’s transport industry.
Ngwama said the Nigeria Transport Summit Signature was designed to take the annual gathering beyond industry discussions and policy recommendations by providing a platform to showcase organisations whose achievements, innovations and contributions offer valuable lessons for the sector.
She observed that government alone could not provide all the resources, investments and technical capacity required to develop the country’s transport infrastructure, improve service delivery and drive innovation, making private-sector participation indispensable.
According to her, recognising successful private-sector interventions would not only celebrate their contributions but also encourage other organisations to deepen their involvement in the development of the industry.
“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 stressed that the initiative was deliberately different from conventional industry awards, explaining that it was neither competitive nor based on nominations but a considered acknowledgement of an organisation’s journey, accomplishments, impact and potential to inspire progress.
She said the documentary-style Transport Spotlight would go beyond corporate profiles to explore 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 disclosed 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.
BASL receives pioneer Recognition Scroll
At the end of the presentation, BASL was formally presented with the Nigeria Transport Summit Recognition Scroll of Excellence, becoming the first organisation to be featured and recognised under the JustAlive Communications initiative.
The scroll acknowledged the company’s contribution to Nigeria’s aviation industry through private-sector participation in airport infrastructure, operational management and passenger services.
It described BASL’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 development of the nation’s aviation sector.
The recognition scroll was presented to BASL by the Chairman of the Second Nigeria Transport Summit, Capt. Warredi Enisuoh, 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 encourage greater investment, innovation and operational excellence across the industry.