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Fire guts Lagos airport

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria said on X that firefighters were making efforts to put out the fire.

• February 23, 2026
Murtala Muh'd Int'l Airport
Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA)

Terminal One of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Ikeja, Lagos State, was engulfed in fire on Monday.

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria said on X that firefighters were making efforts to put out the fire.

FAAN wrote, “The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) wishes to inform the public of a fire outbreak at Terminal 1 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos.

“Our firefighting team is currently responding and working to contain the situation. No loss of life has been recorded.

“Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.”

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