…Advises Public To Rely Only On Official Channels For Accurate Information
The Airport Police Command, Ikeja, Lagos, has updated the public on its coordinated response to the fire outbreak at the Old Terminal 1 building of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport(MMIA), Lagos
A statement signed by the Public Relations Officer, Airport Police Command, Assistant Superintendent of Police ( ASP), Mohammed Adeola, disclosed that at approximately 15:45 hours, a distress call was received via radio from the Aviation Security (AVSEC) base station, confirming a fire incident at the Old Terminal 1, which is currently undergoing major renovation and repair works.
The fire, the statement informed reportedly extended towards the control tower area.
It explained that in line with established emergency protocols and inter-agency collaboration, the Airport Police Command immediately activated its response mechanisms.
The Command’s statement further explained that a police helicopter was promptly deployed to the scene to provide aerial support and facilitate the safe evacuation of any workers or personnel, who may have been trapped or at risk within the affected building.
The Command said that its officers, working closely with the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) Rescue and Fire Fighting Services , Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, and other emergency responders were on ground to ensuring perimeter security, crowd control, and the protection of life and property throughout the operation.
The statement added that as at the time the press As release was written, no casualties have been reported and that evacuation efforts remain ongoing where necessary, and the situation is being closely monitored to prevent any secondary incidents or security breaches.
The Airport Police Command advised members of the public to rely only on official channels for accurate information and to avoid the affected area to allow emergency teams unhindered access.
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