United Nigeria plane crash-lands at Lagos airport

Passengers who boarded United Nigeria have expressed gratitude to God for being alive after the plane crash-lands at the Lagos airport.

According to reports, the tragic incident happened on Wednesday, May 31st when the plane reportedly crashed-landed at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Ikeja, Lagos State.

The plane was said to have taken off from Ebonyi State when one of its tires removed while trying to land at the airport causing it to crash-land.

After the plane crashed-landed at the airport, passengers who were onboard were seen holding their bags and luggage after they were rescued.

According to one of the passengers who spoke to the news team, he disclosed how the plane started shaking when one of the tires was removed halfway to land. Additionally that the pilot had no choice but to manage to land in the bush for everyone’s safety. He disclosed that the plane nearly caught fire after the tyre removed.

In his words, “The plane started shaking as soon as the tyre removed. The pilots managed to land the plane in the bush. It was an emergency landing and the plane almost caught fire.” 

Some social media users have reacted to the incident. While some thanked God for the lives of the passengers, others also blamed the authorities.

@Nurchur_service commented: “I said I will never enter this plane in my life again.. this almost happened 2 months ago. “United Nigeria” is a stupid airline and a catastrophe waiting to happen.. please do not board this plane again”.

@Geeneafoods also wrote, “Thank you Jehovah God for mercies 🙏🏾”.

@Ksolo_hitz: “See the cargo we dey use for local flights. Thank God for a safe landing”.

@Sir_eltee: “This a reminder of the critical importance of thorough maintenance and regular checks to ensure passenger safety. Airlines and manufacturers must prioritize regular maintenance to avoid such accidents.”