Smoke triggered alarm at MMIA Terminal 2, FAAN clarifies fire incident at airport
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has clarified that there was no actual fire at Terminal 2 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, contrary to its earlier claim on Sunday.
In a statement, FAAN said there was instead smoke discharge from the Terminal 2 FM-200 fire suppression system.
The statement was issued by the agency’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Henry Agbebire.
According to the agency, preliminary findings indicated that there was no fire at the terminal.
It said that the smoke observed within the affected area resulted from the discharge of the terminal’s FM-200 fire suppression system.
FAAN, however, said that the reason for the activation of the fire suppression system was being investigated.
It said: “Normal operations have since resumed at the terminal, while detailed investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of the incident.
“FAAN appreciates the understanding and cooperation of passengers, airlines, airport users and all stakeholders, and reiterates its commitment to the safety and security of all airport operations.”
The authority had, in a statement earlier on Sunday, said there was a fire at the terminal.
(NAN)
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