Murtala Muhammed Airport 2 (MMA2), managed by Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited, has received significant recognition at the recent CHINET Awards and the 21st AKWAABA African Travel Market.
The airport was named Best Cargo Airport in Nigeria, while its acting chief operating officer, Remi Jibodu, was honoured as one of the Top 50 Air Cargo Personalities in Nigeria. This recognition highlights MMA2’s dedication to providing an exceptional airport experience and its innovative approach to cargo operations.
CHINET, known as West Africa’s only international aviation cargo event, continues to be a key player in promoting Africa’s air cargo business. Jibodu’s award specifically acknowledges his investment in the air cargo business and his exemplary leadership. These recent honors reinforce MMA2’s established reputation for excellence within the Nigerian aviation sector.
Speaking at the event, Jibodu, who is also head of aeronautics and cargo services at BASL, said, “the air cargo sector faces challenges such as weak digital presence, fragmented processes, low awareness, and limited dedicated freighter capacity. To unlock its full potential, we must invest in robust digital platforms that integrate the logistics ecosystem end-to-end, incentivize fleet and capacity development through innovative financing models, and adopt a collaborative P3 approach. Only then can we deliver the speed, transparency, and reliability the market demands.”
Ajoke Yinka-Olawuyi, head, corporate communications (BASL), said, “This recognition is another reminder that excellence is a journey, not a destination. At MMA2, we have consistently raised the bar in creating seamless passenger experience, and we are extending the same culture of continuous improvement to our cargo operations. Beyond serving traveling passengers, we are committed to providing the right infrastructure and support systems that facilitate trade, strengthen logistics, and contribute to Nigeria’s economic growth.”
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