Passenger dies on Kenya Airways flight to Lagos after emergency

A Lagos-bound passenger on a Kenya Airways flight from Nairobi died shortly before landing at Murtala Muhammed International Airport. The incident occurred on Tuesday night when the passenger became unresponsive approximately 20 minutes before landing at 9:20 PM.

Kenya Airways reported that their crew administered first aid and followed emergency procedures. Upon landing at 21:41 hrs, medical personnel confirmed the passenger had passed away.

Michael Achimugu, Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, stated that the police have taken over the investigation. The passenger had reportedly been denied entry into Madagascar and was being returned by Kenya Airways.

During the flight, he exhibited restless and aggressive behavior, attempting to access the cockpit and open the rear door, leading to his hands being tied to prevent further disruption. He was declared dead upon arrival in Nigeria.