MMIA FIRE INCIDENT UPDATE : FAAN Shutdown Airspace Temporarily, Confirms 14 Rescued

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has provided comprehensive update on the fire incident at Terminal 1 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos.

According to FAAN , emergency response operations remain active, with coordinated firefighting, rescue, and safety teams continuing containment and recovery efforts.

It noted that a crane was successfully deployed to support rescue operations at the Control Tower, and all fourteen (14) persons initially trapped have been safely rescued and fully evacuated from the facility.

A total of six (6) casualties — comprising three males and three females — were recorded, all of whom are in stable condition. One affected individual has been transferred to the FAAN Headquarters Hospital for further medical evaluation and remains stable.

In a statement on Monday, the Authority said ” As an additional safety precaution, the sixth floor of the affected facility has been completely evacuated to support ongoing emergency operations and risk mitigation.Preliminary findings from the Fire Service indicate that the fire originated from the server room on the first floor of Terminal 1.

” The fire within the departure hall is now largely under control, while responders continue close monitoring to prevent any spread to adjoining sections of the terminal.In line with established safety protocols, the airspace remains temporarily closed. ”

Meanwhile, the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) is actively working to establish a temporary Control Tower to enable the safe and timely restoration of airport operations as soon as practicable.

FAAN also confirmed that all emergency procedures were promptly activated and continues to collaborate with relevant emergency and support agencies to safeguard lives, infrastructure, and operational integrity.

” Further verified updates will be communicated as more information becomes available.

Similarly, FAAN, in close collaboration with first responders and partner emergency agencies, mounted a swift and coordinated response to the fire incident at Terminal 1 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos.

The intense deployment of firefighting vehicles, rescue equipment, and emergency personnel reflects the collective commitment and professionalism of all agencies on ground working tirelessly to contain the situation, safeguard lives, and protect critical airport infrastructure.We commend the courage, synergy, and rapid intervention of all responders as efforts continue to fully extinguish the fire and restore normal operations.

The Managing Director/Chief Executive of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, addressing members of the media on the ongoing firefighting efforts at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos,. reassured passengers, stakeholders, and the general public of FAAN’s swift response and coordinated emergency action, emphasizing that safety remains the Authority’s top priority.

All necessary firefighting and safety protocols were immediately activated, with response teams working diligently to contain the situation and ensure minimal disruption to airport operations.