Arik Air has confirmed that one of its flights W3 740 to Port Harcourt from Lagos was diverted to Benin Airport as a precautionary measure after an unusual sound from its left engine.

‎‎This is contained in a statement signed by Mr. Adebanji Ola, Public Relations and Communications Manager for Arik Air, on Wednesday in Lagos.

‎‎According to the management, all 80 passengers safely disembarked. “There were no injuries recorded.

“The operating crew of the Boeing 737-700 (5N MJF) aircraft heard a loud sound on the left engine as it descended to land in Port Harcourt.

‎”Arrangements have been made to transport the affected passengers to their final destinations.

‎”The airline extended its sincere apologies to the passengers whose journey was disrupted. The safety and well-being of our passengers remain top priority,” the airline said.

Further details regarding the specific reason for the diversion have not yet been released.