Enugu State-owned carrier, Enugu Air, has confirmed that one of its aircraft suffered a runway excursion after landing at the Benin Airport today.
The airline disclosed the incident in a statement posted on its official X account, saying all passengers and crew members on board were safely evacuated without injuries.
The statement reads: “Enugu Air wishes to inform the public that one of our aircraft operating into Benin experienced a runway excursion after landing today.
“We confirm that all passengers and crew have safely disembarked and there were no injuries or casualties.
“The aircraft has been secured and the relevant aviation authorities have been notified in line with established procedures. An assessment of the aircraft and the circumstances surrounding the occurrence is currently underway.
“As a result, there may be temporary adjustments to some flight schedules. Passengers affected by any changes will be contacted directly and provided with the necessary assistance. The safety of our passengers, crew, and operations remains our highest priority.”
