Man Arrested for Attempting to Stow Away on Aircraft in Ilorin, Believing It Was U.S.-Bound

A man has been apprehended after being found hiding near the landing gear of a commercial aircraft at the General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport in Ilorin, Kwara State.

The incident occurred on Wednesday, December 10, as the aircraft, operated by Overland Airways, was preparing for departure. Security personnel conducting routine ground surveillance noticed unusual movement and quickly detained the individual, later identified as Segun Martins.

According to the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Martins gained unauthorized access to the restricted airside area and attempted to position himself near the aircraft's tires. He was removed before the plane could taxi, and operations resumed without disruption or damage to the aircraft.

In a statement to investigators, Martins reportedly said, "he believed the aircraft was bound for the United States of America and intended to escape by hiding on the aircraft."

Preliminary findings suggest the act was not terrorism-related but a serious breach of security. The suspect has been handed over to the Nigeria Police for further investigation, while airport management has begun an internal review of its security protocols.

*Source: Punch Newspaper*

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