The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) says it has commenced an investigation into a runway excursion involving an Enugu Air Embraer E170 aircraft
with registration number 5N-ENR
at Benin Airport (BNI).
5N-ENR and 63 passengers and five crew members onboard.
The aircraft, operating as Flight 4264 from Lagos (LOS) to Benin (BNI), was involved in a runway excursion after overshooting Runway 05 during landing at approximately 1510 hours local time (1410 UTC) on today, Thursday, 23 July 2026.
A statement signed by the Director, Public Affairs and Family Assistance,NSIB,
Mrs Funke Adebayo-Arowojobe disclosed that there
were 63 passengers and five crew members on board as at the time of the incident.
All passengers and crew have been accounted for, and no injuries have been reported.
NSIB said that its Go Team has been mobilised and on the ground at the occurrence site within minutes of notification, underscoring the Bureau’s commitment to a rapid and effective emergency response.
The team is gathering and preserving evidence, interviewing the flight crew and other relevant personnel, examining the aircraft, assessing runway conditions, and reviewing all other relevant operational and technical information to determine the circumstances and contributing factors to the occurrence.
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) and relevant airport authorities have been notified, and the aircraft has been secured.
Commenting on the occurrence, the Director General of the NSIB, Capt. Alex Badeh Jr., said, “We are relieved that all passengers and crew members are safe and that no injuries were reported. While this is reassuring, every runway excursion is a serious occurrence that deserves a thorough and independent investigation. Our Go Team was on the ground within minutes of notification, and that speed of response reflects the readiness and professionalism of our investigators. We urge the public to refrain from speculation as our investigators carry out their work in accordance with international standards.”
A preliminary report will be issued within 30 days, in accordance with regulatory requirements.
The final investigation report, including safety recommendations, will be published upon completion of the investigation.
The NSIB urged stakeholders in the aviation industry to continue prioritising safety and to cooperate fully with ongoing investigations
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