Passenger dies on flight

A passenger died aboard a Kenya Airways flight from Nairobi to Lagos after becoming unresponsive about 20 minutes before landing at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos.

“According to the airline, the passenger died after becoming unresponsive about 20 minutes before landing in Lagos, with police investigating the circumstances.”

Kenya Airways confirms incident

Kenya Airways confirmed the incident in a statement on Wednesday, saying the medical emergency occurred at about 9:20 p.m. Nigerian time on Tuesday.

First aid administered

The airline said its crew administered first aid to the passenger in line with their training and followed emergency procedures before the aircraft landed at 9:41 p.m.

Passenger pronounced dead

Upon landing at Murtala Muhammed International Airport at 21:41 hrs, the aircraft was met by medical personnel, and upon further examination, the medical personnel confirmed that the passenger had passed away.

Kenya Airways expresses condolences

Kenya Airways expressed condolences to the passenger's family and friends and said it was providing support in coordination with the family, local authorities and aviation regulators.

Passenger's background

The passenger was reportedly picked up in Madagascar after authorities there denied him entry and was being returned to Nigeria by Kenya Airways.

Passenger behavior on flight

The passenger allegedly became restless and aggressive during the return flight, attempted to gain access to the cockpit and later tried to open the rear door of the aircraft.

Passenger restrained

The passenger was subsequently restrained by members of the crew, with his hands tied to his back to ensure he stopped the troubles.

Police investigation

The Nigeria Police Force confirmed an investigation had commenced, involving an 'inadmissible passenger' and complications during the return flight.

Passenger died on arrival

The passenger was pronounced dead after the aircraft arrived in Lagos but was declared dead on arrival in Nigeria.