FAAN Responds Swiftly as Aircraft Suffers Nose-Landing Gear Failure at Enugu Airport
An aircraft with registration number 5N-BZN experienced a nose-wheel malfunction while landing at Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, today – Thursday evening, November 20, 2025 – prompting an immediate emergency response and the safe evacuation of all persons on board.
According to a statement signed by Mr Henry Agbebire, Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), the incident occurred at approximately 19:10 hours when the aircraft, arriving from Lagos, suffered a fault with its nose-landing gear upon touching down on Runway 08. The aircraft subsequently became immobile on the runway.
FAAN confirmed that emergency response teams were swiftly mobilised to the scene as part of established safety protocols. Airport emergency units, including fire tenders and medical personnel, were deployed to ensure the safety of passengers, crew, and airport staff while securing the aerodrome.
All passengers and crew were safely disembarked from the aircraft and transported to the terminal using apron buses. FAAN stated that the evacuation process was completed without any injuries and concluded at 19:48 hours.
The airport’s Aerodrome Rescue and Firefighting Services (ARFFS) remained on standby to secure the aircraft and the affected section of the airside.
FAAN reiterated that the safety of passengers, crew, and airport users remains its utmost priority. The authority also assured the public that further updates would be provided as more verified information becomes available.
