Authorities at Kotoka International Airport have handed over a passenger to the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) after their luggage nearly caused a fire outbreak at Terminal 3 on Sunday, September 22.
According to a statement issued by the airport management, the incident occurred at around 3:27 p.m. when smoke was detected coming from the passenger’s luggage in the baggage wrap area. Swift action from the Aviation Security Department’s Operations Room helped isolate the bag and safely evacuate passengers as part of the Ghana Airports Company Limited’s (GACL) emergency procedures.
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The GACL reminded passengers that carrying batteries in luggage violates International Civil Aviation Regulations, warning that such items will be confiscated, and offenders will be handed over to authorities.
Operations at the terminal resumed smoothly after the evacuation, and airport officials expressed gratitude to passengers for their cooperation, reiterating that safety remains their top priority.
