The Accident Investigations and Prevention Bureau said it has begun investigation into the incident involving a Kabo Air B747, which occurred in Sokoto on Friday.
This was contained in a statement by the spokesman of the Bureau, Tunji Oketunbi, on Sunday in Lagos.
The spokesman said that the aircraft carrying Saudi Arabia bound pilgrims was believed to have burst tyres on landing.
“AIB investigators have been dispatched to conduct investigation into the circumstance surrounding the incident with a view to determining the probable cause,” the statement said.
Oketunbi said that AIB was charged with the responsibility to investigate aircraft accidents and serious incidents within the country and where Nigeria interest was represented.
“AIB’s investigation is not to apportion blame or liability but to prevent future recurrence and improve air safety through safety recommendations,” he said.
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