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Lagos Airport Reopens After Fire Outbreak, 3 Flights Diverted

Naija News • 6d ago
Lagos Airport Reopens After Fire Outbreak, 3 Flights Diverted
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) says the airspace at Murtala Muhammed International Airport Terminal One has reopened following a fire outbreak. Managing Director, Mrs Olubunmi Kuku, told journalists on Monday there were no fatalities, but six people sustained injuries during the incident. She said three international flights were diverted, including those operated by Emirates, British Airways and Lufthansa. According to Kuku, “Some of our operations were affected; however, they will be back up and running in the next half an hour.” She said the immediate priority was containing the fire, while investigations into the cause were ongoing. “What is important is that we activated our emergency procedures and evacuated everyone with no fatalities due to coordinated effort...
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