An associated airline plane carrying 30 people to Akure has crashed this morning in Lagos. The engine failed shortly after take off from Lagos Airport and it crashed landed and burst into flames. Officials said the plane came down on to open land within the airport complex, close to fuel storage depot.
Agagu's body was on board as well as his family members and friends. It had 20 passengers and 7 crew members
A rescue operation is ongoing. At least five bodies have been recovered and one person is being treated for serious injuries
Press Release
An Embrae aircraft operated by Associated Airlines with Reg No SCD 361 en-route Akure from Murtala Mohammed Airport, Lagos, crashed shortly after take-off at about 9:30am local time. The plane had 20 passengers and 7 crew members on board.
