NSIB begins investigation of serious incident involving United Nigeria Airlines

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), has commenced investigation into a serious incident involving an Embraer ERJ145 with Nationality and Registration Marks – 5N-BWY, belonging to United Nigeria Airlines, which occurred around 06:33 pm (Local Time) on 8th September, 2023.

In a statement signed by Mr Tunji Oketunbi, General Manager, Public Affairs, NSIB, the Bureau explained that “the aircraft with 51 passengers and 4 crew members onboard was en-route Lagos from Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport, Owerri, Imo State. 

“The aircraft on landing on Runway 18R of Murtala Muhammed Airport, Ikeja, Lagos, skidded off the runway.

There was no injury or fatality. 

“The NSIB, hereby, solicits information from the general public in the form of pictures, video or recording evidence to assist in conducting a comprehensive investigation. 

“The Bureau can be reached through [email protected] and NSIB_Nigeria on its social media platforms. The Bureau can also be reached on its emergency line +234-807-709-0909.

“The NSIB will appreciate that the general public and press respect the privacy of the people involved and NOT assume the cause of the serious incident until a formal report is released.

“The NSIB is a multimodal investigation agency charged with the mandate to investigate transportation accidents and serious incidents in Nigeria with the aim of identifying the probable causes and proffer safety recommendations that can prevent reoccurrence.

“The Bureau will release the preliminary report soon.”