Fire guts section of Lagos International Airport

<p>A fire outbreak has razed a section of the international wing of the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos State, Wednesday morning.</p>, <p>The incident affected the primary gateway section of the airport, halting some operations.</p>, <p>It was gathered that firefighters were swiftly mobilised to contain the inferno while passengers and airport personnel have been evacuated from the affected building.</p>, <p>The Director Public Affairs and Consumer Protection of the Federal Airport Authority, Abdullahi Yakubu-Funtua confirmed the development in a statement.</p>, <p>He said the swift response and professional efforts of the firefighters from the Aerodrome Rescue and Fire Fighting Services (ARFFS) of the airport “have successfully brought the situation under control”.</p>, <p>“In accordance with our unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of passengers, staff, and all airport users, the Terminal building was promptly evacuated due to the smoke that had permeated some areas of the facility.</p>, <p>“We are pleased to report that the situation is presently under control.</p>, <p>“FAAN remains committed to her core values of safety, security and comfort”, he added.</p>