MMA2 explains parking tariff hike amid congestion

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

(NAN)