FAAN deployed its emergency firefighting service to contain the blaze at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, with no casualties reported

A fire broke out at Terminal 2 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos State on Sunday, prompting an immediate response from the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria’s emergency firefighting team.

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The Lagos airport fire was confirmed by FAAN in a statement published on its official X account, with the authority assuring the public that its Aerodrome Rescue and Firefighting Service (ARFFS) had been deployed to contain the incident.

“The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) wishes to inform the public that a fire incident has occurred at Terminal 2 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos,” the authority said.

“The FAAN Aerodrome Rescue and Firefighting Service (ARFFS) is currently responding to the incident and working diligently to contain the situation.”

FAAN said there were no reported casualties or loss of life in connection with the incident.

“There have been no reported casualties or loss of life,” the authority stated.

The airport operator did not immediately disclose the cause of the fire, the extent of any damage or the specific area of Terminal 2 affected by the incident.

FAAN said it would provide further updates as more information becomes available.

The incident comes as authorities continue to prioritise emergency preparedness at Nigeria’s major airports, where rapid response to fire outbreaks is critical to protecting passengers, airport workers and aviation infrastructure.

The immediate deployment of the ARFFS reflects the importance of specialised firefighting services in containing emergencies within airport environments, where aviation operations require swift coordination and strict safety procedures.

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Further details on the incident, including its cause and any possible impact on airport operations, are expected from FAAN as the assessment continues.