Passenger Dies After Medical Emergency on Kenya Airways Flight to Lagos

A passenger has died after suffering a medical emergency aboard a Kenya Airways flight from Nairobi to Lagos, the airline has confirmed.

The incident occurred at about 9:20pm Nigerian time on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, roughly 20 minutes before the aircraft was due to land at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos.

Kenya Airways said the passenger became unresponsive while the aircraft was still in flight. The cabin crew administered first aid and followed the airline’s emergency procedures in an effort to assist the passenger.

The airline said the aircraft landed safely at the Lagos airport at 9:41pm, where medical personnel were waiting to attend to the passenger.

“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,” the airline said.

Kenya Airways expressed condolences to the passenger’s family and friends following the death. The airline also apologised for any inconvenience caused by the incident.

The airline said it would respect the privacy and dignity of everyone involved. It did not disclose the identity of the passenger or the nature of the medical emergency.