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INFERNO AT LAGOS AIRPORT: 10 Feared Trapped As Fire Guts Control Tower Area Of Murtala Muhammed International Airport Old TerminalPanic and chaos erupted on Monday afternoon after a massive fire broke out at the old terminal of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, sending thick black smoke billowing into the Lagos skyline and forcing emergency responders into a desperate race against time.
How It Happened: The blaze reportedly started at Terminal 1 (Old International Terminal) — a section currently undergoing renovation — before rapidly spreading across the upper floors of the building, including areas close to the control tower.Eyewitnesses described scenes of confusion as airport workers and officials scrambled for safety.
10 Reportedly Trapped: Unconfirmed reports indicate that about 10 people were trapped around the control tower section as firefighters battled intense flames and heavy smoke that made access difficult.As of the time of filing this report, there has been no official confirmation of casualties, but rescue operations were still ongoing.
Emergency Response: Firefighters from the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), alongside other emergency agencies, swiftly moved in to contain the inferno and prevent it from spreading to other operational parts of the airport.Security operatives cordoned off affected areas while emergency teams worked tirelessly to bring the situation under control.
Flight Operations Affected: The incident reportedly caused flight delays and temporary disruptions, with some inbound aircraft placed on hold as safety assessments were carried out.
Cause Still Unknown: Authorities have yet to officially disclose the cause of the fire. Investigations are expected to commence once the blaze is fully contained. This development raises fresh concerns about infrastructure safety at one of Nigeria’s busiest aviation hubs. More details shortly… Stay with us for verified updates.
