July 24, 2026
An aircraft operated by Enugu Air has crash-landed at the Benin Airport in Edo State, causing concern among passengers and aviation stakeholders.
The incident occurred on Thursday afternoon when the aircraft, reportedly operating Flight 4264 from Lagos to Benin, overshot the end of the runway during landing. The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has commenced an investigation into the incident.
Reports indicate that the aircraft veered off the runway following the landing incident. Initial reports from aviation sources stated that passengers escaped safely, with no casualties recorded.
A video showing the aircraft after the incident was shared on social media, drawing public attention to the situation.
Enugu Air, owned and operated by the Enugu State Government, has not yet released full details on the cause of the incident. Authorities are expected to provide further updates as investigations continue.
ApexNews will continue to monitor developments.
