A passenger has died aboard a Kenya Airways flight from Nairobi, Kenya, to Lagos, the airline has confirmed.
The passenger became unresponsive about 20 minutes before the aircraft landed at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos on Tuesday.
In a statement on Wednesday, Kenya Airways said its crew administered first aid and followed all emergency procedures after the passenger became unresponsive.
“Our crew administered first aid as per their training and followed all emergency procedures,” the airline said.
The aircraft landed at Murtala Muhammed International Airport at 9:41pm, where medical personnel were waiting.
“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 deceased’s family and friends and apologised for any inconvenience the incident may have caused.
“We uphold and respect the privacy and dignity for all involved,” the airline added.
The airline said it is providing the necessary support while working closely with the deceased’s family, local authorities and aviation regulators.
