By Our Correspondent
National News – Operations at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos were briefly disrupted on Tuesday after an electrical spark triggered smoke inside one of the airport’s operational offices, forcing authorities to temporarily shut down part of the terminal.
The incident occurred around 2:05 pm at the airport’s temporary facility, Terminal 3, causing concern among passengers and airport workers before emergency teams intervened.
According to the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, the electrical spark occurred inside an operational office and produced smoke, prompting officials to immediately halt activities in the affected area.
The quick response aimed to prevent potential hazards and ensure the safety of passengers and airport staff.
Emergency personnel from the Aerodrome Rescue and Firefighting Services quickly arrived at the scene and successfully contained the situation.
Authorities confirmed that the incident did not result in injuries or casualties, but it caused temporary operational disruption within the airport.
Passengers scheduled to depart from Terminal 3 were redirected to Terminal 2 as officials worked to maintain flight operations and reduce inconvenience to travellers.
Airport authorities assured passengers that contingency measures were put in place to minimise delays and ensure that scheduled flights continued with minimal disruption.
Maintenance engineers immediately began electrical inspections and repair work at the affected terminal.
Officials said the ongoing technical checks are aimed at ensuring that all electrical systems remain stable and safe before the terminal resumes full operations.
The latest incident has once again drawn attention to recurring power-related challenges at the Lagos airport.
Over the years, the facility has experienced several electricity-related disruptions that have affected operations and passenger experience.
In 2024, a similar blackout at the airport led to flight delays and frustration among travellers.
More recently, in February 2026, another power outage occurred at the Terminal 1 wing shortly before a fire incident affected part of the building.
Authorities say investigations and technical assessments will continue as maintenance work progresses, with the goal of preventing future electrical incidents and strengthening safety standards at Nigeria’s busiest international gateway.
