The complete modernisation of Terminal 1 at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos is a major project approved by Nigeria's Federal Executive Council in July 2025. It aims to overhaul the nearly 50-year facility to meet global standards while minimising disruptions through phased construction.
Project Cost:
N712,258,565,482.18 (For MMIA Terminal 1 rehabilitation, along with expansion to Terminal 2, roads, apron, and bridges).
Timeline
Twenty-two months, with work set to accelerate following the full closure of Terminal 1.
A temporary 8,000 m² departure hall (90% complete as of early 2026) will handle up to 1,500 peak-hour passengers during closure, while arrivals shift to Terminal 2.
Scope
Terminal 1 will be stripped to its concrete core, reinforced, and rebuilt with modern systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, security, and baggage handling. The project also covers Terminal 2 expansion (15,000 m² added), apron enlargement for wide-body aircraft, new ring roads, skywalk to car park, connection building between terminals, and landscape redesign.
Contractor
China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation holds the contract, supervised by the Federal Ministry of Aviation and FAAN's Engineering Services Directorate.
Key facilities
Upgrades feature a glass curtain wall façade, reconfigured passenger flow with separated departures/arrivals, e-passport gates, fast check-in, smart HVAC/lighting, enhanced lounges, CCTV, retail zones with cultural elements, accessible restrooms/baby-care, and a dedicated transit area.
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