MMA2 justifies increased parking fees due to overcrowding issues

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MMA2 operators, Bi-Courtney Aviation Services, have explained recent increases in multi-storey car park tariffs at Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 2, Lagos.

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The operator said the hike addresses congestion, discourages long-term parking, and restores space for legitimate airport users.

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This is contained in a statement by Head of Corporate Communications, Mrs Ajoke Yinka-Olawuyi, on Monday in Lagos.

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Yinka-Olawuyi said MMA2 has maintained strong safety and security records among Nigeria’s airport terminals.

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She said this is achieved through monitoring, access control, and proactive management of terminal facilities, including the car park.

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She said increasing long-stay vehicles have placed additional operational and security pressures on the facility.

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“Prolonged parking has created operational challenges and reduced space for legitimate users at the multi-storey car park.

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“Over time, the facility has been used for long stays, sometimes days, months or years, reducing availability for passengers,” Yinka-Olawuyi said.

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She noted passengers sometimes spend over 30 minutes searching for parking, causing missed flights and delays.

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She said congestion also builds around terminal drop-off and pick-up zones, affecting traffic flow and experience.

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According to her, the revised tariff aims to discourage long-stay parking and improve turnover for legitimate users.

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She said: “The review is not revenue-driven but an operational necessity to restore order, reduce congestion, and ensure safety and efficiency.”

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Saloon cars now pay N3,500 first hour, up from N2,500, with N2,500 for subsequent hours.

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SUVs now pay N4,000 first hour, up from N3,500, with N2,500 subsequent hours; buses N20,000; overnight N50,000; lost tickets N25,000.

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(NAN)

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