JUST-IN: Fire breaks out at Lagos Airport Terminal

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has confirmed a fire outbreak at Terminal 1 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos.

In a statement posted on its official X handle, the authority disclosed that its firefighting team swiftly mobilised to the scene and is actively working to contain the situation and prevent further damage.

FAAN assured the public that, as of the time of filing this report, no loss of life has been recorded. The agency added that further updates would be provided as more details emerge.

“The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) wishes to inform the public of a fire outbreak at Terminal 1 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. Our firefighting team is currently responding and working to contain the situation. No loss of life has been recorded. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available,” the statement read.

The affected terminal, popularly known as the old terminal, is currently undergoing rehabilitation by the Federal Government, with N710 billion allocated for the project. As part of the ongoing upgrade, FAAN had earlier relocated some airlines and businesses operating at the terminal to a temporary facility.

The development has raised concerns among passengers and airport users, even as authorities work to bring the situation under control and safeguard critical infrastructure at the nation’s busiest airport.