Reports indicate that an Allied Air cargo aircraft crash-landed at Nnamdi Azikwe International Airport in Abuja on Wednesday, December 11, 2024.

The incident occurred due to the failure of the aircraft’s landing gears.

A Lake Chad Basin counterterrorism and insurgency expert, Zagazola Makama, shared details of the incident on his social media page. He mentioned that the aircraft was carrying six crew members.

Makama confirmed that no casualties were recorded as the crew members were promptly evacuated and are currently receiving treatment at the 063 Nigerian Air Force (NAF) medical unit.

“Emergency responders acted swiftly to secure the crash site, cordoning off the area under the supervision of the Military Airport Commandant (MAC) and other relevant agencies.

“The incident has led to the temporary closure of the airport’s runway, resulting in significant delays to inbound and outbound flights. Passengers and airlines are advised to expect disruptions until further notice.

“Efforts are underway by airport authorities and the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to remove the disabled aircraft and inspect the runway for potential damage. Officials are working to restore normal operations as quickly as possible.

“Further updates will be provided as investigations into the incident progress,” the security expert stated.