No fire at Lagos airport's Terminal 2, FAAN clarifies after smoke scare

A fire scare briefly disrupted activities at Lagos's Murtala Muhammed International Airport on Sunday, but the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) later clarified that no fire had occurred.

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Preliminary findings indicate that there was no fire at the terminal. The smoke observed within the affected area resulted from the discharge of the terminal’s FM-200 fire suppression system. The reason for the activation of the fire suppression system is currently being investigated.

Earlier, FAAN had announced a fire at Terminal 2 and deployed its firefighting services. Videos circulating online showed passengers waiting outside the terminal as emergency responders arrived.

However, in a subsequent update, FAAN explained that preliminary findings indicated the smoke was from the terminal's FM-200 fire suppression system. The authority stated that the reason for the system's activation is currently under investigation.

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Normal operations have since resumed at the terminal, while detailed investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of the incident.

Normal operations have since resumed at the terminal. FAAN expressed appreciation for the understanding and cooperation of passengers, airlines, and other stakeholders, reaffirming its commitment to airport safety and security.

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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.