The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has stated that it was fully aware of the viral video of the Helicopter that landed on the highway and would investigate the matter.

A statement by the General Public Relations, Mr Sam Adurogboye said that initial reports indicate that the helicopter is owned by Tropical Arctic Logistics Ltd. With registration number 5N – BVQ and aircraft type AW139.

NCAA stated that the pilot was compelled to land between Benin and Ore in an unscheduled diversion to pick up someone.

NCAA added that it had commenced full scale investigation to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the unscheduled diversion.

As soon as the investigation is concluded, the outcome will be made public.