Among those on the flight was the country's leading Muslim leader, Muhhammadu Maccido. Nigeria has a population of 130 million, half of which are Muslim.
The jet took off in a storm. The jet was operated by a private Nigerian airline
Also on board the flight were the Sultan's son and the son of Former president Shehu Shagari.
It was first reported that there were no survivors, later reports said there were 6 survivors.
Nigeria is Africa's leading oil producer.
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