An Enugu Air aircraft reportedly skidded off the runway after landing at Benin Airport in Edo State, prompting an emergency response from aviation authorities and airport officials.
According to preliminary reports, the aircraft veered off the runway during landing. All passengers and crew members were safely evacuated, and no fatalities were immediately reported.
Emergency personnel, including airport rescue and firefighting teams, responded swiftly to the incident, securing the aircraft and ensuring the safety of everyone on board.
The circumstances surrounding the runway excursion have not yet been officially established. Aviation authorities are expected to conduct a full investigation to determine the cause of the incident, including whether weather conditions, mechanical issues, or other operational factors played a role.
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) and the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) are expected to gather evidence from the scene, review flight data, and interview the flight crew as part of the investigation.
The incident temporarily affected flight operations at Benin Airport as officials worked to remove the aircraft and inspect the runway before normal activities resumed.
Passengers praised the professionalism of the flight crew and emergency responders, whose prompt actions ensured a calm and orderly evacuation.
Enugu Air has yet to release a detailed statement on the incident, while aviation regulators have assured the public that appropriate safety procedures are being followed.
The investigation is expected to provide further details on the cause of the runway excursion and recommend measures to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
