FAAN Confirms Fire Incident At Lagos Airport

The Federal Aviation Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, has confirmed that at approximately 0723 hours this morning, a suspected electrical spark at the baggage hall ceiling caused the smoke incident that was reported at Terminal 1 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, located in Ikeja, Lagos.

FAAN, in a statement issued by the Director, Public Affairs, Abdullahi Yakubu -Funtua, said the source of the smoke was identified as a burning lithium inverter battery installation at the basement .

The statement read; “Promptly responding to the situation at 0730hrs the dedicated firefighters from the Aerodrome Rescue and Fire Fighting Services (ARFFS) of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport and the Electrical Department of the Authority 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,” the statement said.