NSIB Investigates Enugu Air Runway Excursion Incident

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has initiated an investigation into a runway excursion involving an Enugu Air Embraer E170 aircraft, registration 5N-ENR, which occurred at Benin Airport (BNI) on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at approximately 1510 hours local time. The aircraft was operating as Flight 4264 from Lagos (LOS) to Benin (BNI) when it overran the end of Runway 05 during landing.

NSIB Director-General Captain Alex Badeh Jr. confirmed that all 63 passengers and five crew members on board were accounted for and reported safe, with no injuries. The NSIB's Go Team was mobilized to the site within minutes of notification to gather evidence, interview the flight crew, and assess runway conditions.

Badeh emphasized the seriousness of runway excursions and the need for a thorough investigation, urging the public to avoid speculation. A preliminary report is expected within 30 days, with a final report and safety recommendations to follow upon completion of the investigation.