Panic at Murtala Muhammed International Airport

Passengers at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos experienced a terrifying ordeal on Thursday as a fire erupted in the terminal’s E-Arrival Finger, prompting a frantic evacuation.

Eyewitnesses reported scenes of chaos and panic as travelers and airport staff scrambled to flee the smoke-filled departure hall. The fire outbreak also resulted in a power outage, exacerbating the confusion and fear among those present.

According to reports gathered by Topnaija the incident at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport sparked immediate concern among passengers, who ran for their safety amidst the growing smoke engulfing the terminal. The situation quickly escalated as the fire threatened to spread, prompting an urgent response from airport authorities and emergency services.

Despite the initial chaos, firefighters swiftly arrived at the scene and successfully extinguished the flames, bringing the situation under control. Normal operations at the terminal resumed shortly after the fire was contained, alleviating fears of further disruptions to travel schedules.