Nigeria's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, has announced the successful return of a Nigerian Air Force C-130 aircraft and its crew members, who were recently detained in Burkina Faso. The minister confirmed on his official social media account that the aircraft and personnel have safely arrived at an Air Force base in Accra, Ghana. He credited the positive outcome to effective diplomacy and regional cooperation. The aircraft and its crew were intercepted and held by authorities in Burkina Faso, an incident that had attracted significant public attention and concern over potential regional tensions. In his statement, Minister Tuggar emphasized that the resolution reflects Nigeria's dedication to resolving issues through diplomatic channels and working with regional partners. The release followed a visit by the minister to Burkina Faso.
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