On August 2, 2026, a fire broke out at Terminal 2 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos, Nigeria. The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) confirmed that emergency responders were deployed to the scene and successfully contained the blaze.
According to FAAN's statement, the fire was reported in the early hours and was brought under control within a short time. No injuries were reported, and the terminal was temporarily evacuated as a precaution. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
Flights at the airport experienced brief delays, but operations have since resumed. FAAN assured passengers that safety measures are in place and that the incident did not affect the structural integrity of the terminal.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns about fire safety at Nigerian airports, with previous incidents reported at other terminals in recent years. Authorities have promised a thorough investigation to prevent future occurrences.
