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The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has said that its aircraft (NAF C-130 ) was not impounded by the Burkina Faso government and that the diversion was due to technical fault.
A statement issued on Tuesday by Air force Commodore Ehimen Ejodame ,Director of Public Relations and Information,
Headquarters, stated that “Nigerian Air Force wishes to clarify reports regarding the diversion of a NAF C-130 aircraft during its ferry mission to Portugal on 8 December 2025. Following takeoff from Lagos, the crew observed a technical concern which necessitated a precautionary landing in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, the nearest airfield, in accordance with standard safety procedures and international aviation protocols. NAF crew is safe and have received cordial treatment from the host authorities”.
Ejodame added that Plans are ongoing to resume the mission as scheduled. “The Nigerian Air Force appreciates the support received during this period and assures the public that NAF remains professionally committed to strict compliance with operational procedures and safety standards, ensuring the protection of its personnel while fulfilling its constitutional mandate”.
