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23 Apr 2024 | 11:59 AM UTC

Nigeria: Lingering flight disruptions possible due to earlier runway incident at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos April 23

Lingering delays possible after earlier runway incident at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, Nigeria, April 23. Confirm flights

Informational

Lingering flight disruptions are possible following a runway incident at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS), Lagos, Nigeria, on the morning of April 23. The domestic airline Dana Air (9J) confirmed that one of its Abuja-Lagos flights skidded off the runway on arrival. Authorities safely evacuated all passengers and crew, and there were no reports of injuries. The incident was likely due to a wet runway.

The emergency response may also slow road access to and from LOS.

Confirm flight reservation status at LOS through at least the evening of April 23. Allow extra time to reach the airport.