An Enugu Air flight veered off the runway after landing at Benin Airport (in Edo State) earlier today, 23 July 2026. The airline has confirmed the incident as a runway excursion.
In its official statement circulating widely on X, Enugu Air said:
“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. We appreciate your understanding and will continue to provide updates through our official communication channels.”
The airline’s official X account (@EnuguAirlines) also posted a shorter update thanking passengers for their patience and confirming that everyone disembarked safely with no injuries reported.
Videos shared across X show the white-and-green Enugu Air Embraer jet resting off the paved runway in a grassy, muddy area under rainy/overcast conditions. Airport staff and others can be seen nearby. No fire or major structural damage is immediately visible in the circulating footage.
This appears to be a developing story with posts starting to appear in the mid-to-late afternoon (UTC). No further official details on the aircraft registration, exact flight number, number of people on board, or cause have been released yet by the airline or Nigerian aviation authorities (such as the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau or FAAN).
Enugu Air, the Enugu State-owned carrier, operates domestic routes including Benin.
