
A Medview Airlines plane was forced to make an emergency landing a few minutes after take off at the Murtala Mohammed Airport (MM2) on Saturday, March 15, 2014.
The Abuja bound flight had on board the former Ogun State governor, Gbenga Daniel.
According to reports, the engine of the aircraft caught fire minutes after take off.
The flight was aborted before a serious mishap occurred.
Medview Airlines has confirmed the incident expressing gratitude for passengers corporation and prayers.
Thank you all for your support and prayers, we are privileged to have some the most understanding passengers.
— #MedviewAirlines (@MedviewAirlines) March 15, 2014
To all the families who had a member on our plane, we are grateful for your support and prayers. To the crew, we thank you more. #Bless
— #MedviewAirlines (@MedviewAirlines) March 15, 2014
All passengers have been evacuated from the plane, and another flight is being arranged for them.