Nigeria Denies Summoning Portugal Envoy Over Detained Military Plane in Burkina Faso
The Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has refuted claims of summoning Portugal's envoy over a detained Nigerian military aircraft in Burkina Faso. The aircraft, carrying 11 Nigerian soldiers en route to Portugal for routine maintenance, encountered technical issues and landed in Burkina Faso.
The incident sparked scrutiny as Burkina Faso alleged airspace violation. The Confederation of Sahel States condemned the incident but the Nigerian Air Force maintained compliance with international aviation protocols.
Diplomatic engagements are ongoing for the release of detained personnel in Burkina Faso.
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