Passengers, workers evacuated as fire guts Lagos airport

Passengers, workers evacuated as fire guts Lagos airport

There was panic on Wednesday morning at the Murtala Muhammed airport, Lagos, following a fire incident in the international wing of the airport.
The fire outbreak reportedly occurred 7.50am at Terminal 1 of the airport, located in Ikeja, Lagos.
Thick smoke was reportedly seen coming from the basement of the terminal building.
This led to a prompt evacuation of passengers and airport personnel from the building.
The incident had affected some of the airport’s operations before the arrival of firefighters mobilised to contain the fire.
Director Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, Abdullahi Yakubu-Funtua, said, “Promptly responding to the situation, the dedicated firefighters from the Aerodrome Rescue and Fire Fighting Services (ARFFS) of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport initiated immediate action.
“Their swift response and professional efforts have successfully brought the situation under control.
“In accordance with our unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of passengers, staff, and all airport users, the terminal building was promptly evacuated due to the smoke that had permeated some areas of the facility.
“We are pleased to report that the situation is presently under control.
“FAAN remain committed to her core values of safety, security and comfort.”