A fire outbreak has engulfed the old terminal of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, a facility currently undergoing multi-billion-naira renovation.
The incident occurred on Monday afternoon, sending emergency responders to the scene as authorities worked swiftly to contain the blaze.
Confirming the development, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) said there were no casualties.
The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Henry Agbebire, told journalists that officials were already managing the situation.
“We are aware of the outbreak, and we are there right now. We will publish a statement shortly,” he said.
He added that FAAN’s emergency response team immediately activated firefighting protocols to prevent the spread of the fire.
“Our firefighting team is currently responding and working to curtail the situation,” Agbebire stated.
Renovation Project Underway
The affected structure forms part of the airport’s older infrastructure and is currently being renovated as part of broader efforts to modernise facilities and enhance passenger experience.
While the exact cause of the fire has not yet been disclosed, authorities assured airport users and the general public that the situation was under control.
No Casualties Recorded
FAAN confirmed that no injuries or fatalities were recorded in the incident.
“No loss of lives has been recorded. Further updates will follow,” Agbebire added.
Passengers and airport users have been advised to remain calm as officials complete firefighting operations and begin damage assessment.
Further details are expected as FAAN releases an official statement on the cause and extent of the incident.
