Nigerian Air Force Jet Crash-lands In Lagos International Airport

By Damilare Adeleye

A Nigerian Air Force jet has reportedly crash-landed today at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos.

According to reports, the aircraft crash-landed on Runway 18R with six passengers onboard.

The development was said to have caused panic at the airport, though there were no record of any casualties.

“Airforce jet crash-lands in Lagos airport at Runway 18R,” a source was quoted saying.

He added: “It happened at an area called at 18 right, right at the Lagos airport.

“It had a landing gear problem, meaning the tires refused to come out for landing. The pilot landed the aircraft on the bush, a smart move. Six people were on board; they are all safe.”