Air traffic continued at Roberts International Airport (RIA) in Monrovia, Liberia after a temporary suspension due to a landing gear failure on a jet carrying President Joseph Boakai.
The incident happened on Thursday night as the president’s plane was approaching the runway on its way back from an official visit to Nigeria. According to local media, the landing gear failed to deploy properly, prompting the airport to take emergency measures. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Airport authorities quickly activated emergency protocols and the aircraft was safely removed from the runway. The Liberia Airports Authority confirmed in a statement on Friday that both inbound and outbound flights have returned to normal operations.
“The smooth resumption of services reflects the effectiveness of our emergency preparedness and the cooperation of all involved,” the authority said, thanking passengers, airlines and staff for their patience and support during the disruption.
It was reported that President Boakai, who took office after winning the November 2023 elections, escaped unharmed and was in good spirits after the incident.