Fire at Murtala Muhammed Airport in Lagos Injures Six, Forces Temporary Airspace Closure

A fire broke out at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos on Monday, starting in a server room on Terminal 1. Six people were injured and 14 evacuated from the control tower. The blaze damaged the departures hall, prompting a temporary airspace closure. Authorities are setting up a temporary control tower to restore operations.

Airspace over Lagos was temporarily suspended on Monday after a fire broke out at Murtala Muhammed International Airport the incident.
The Airspace Management Agency said it is working to establish a temporary control tower to restore airport operations while repairs are made and the main control tower is secured. Airport officials are assessing the full extent of the damage, including potential impacts on flight schedules and ongoing renovations. Passengers were advised to stay in contact with their airlines for updated information regarding departures and arrivals.
Authorities emphasized that investigations into the cause of the fire are ongoing, with initial reports suggesting the blaze originated in the server room, potentially affecting critical airport communication and navigation systems. The agency also stressed that safety protocols were immediately enacted to protect both staff and passengers, highlighting the preparedness of emergency response teams in dealing with such incidents. Efforts to fully restore operations and repair the damaged infrastructure are underway, with officials working to minimize disruptions to travel while ensuring safety remains the top priority.