The Nigerian Air Pressure has confirmed the protected arrival of one among its C-130 plane, NAF 913, at a upkeep facility in Lisbon, Portugal, its ultimate vacation spot.
Burkina Faso had earlier detained the personnel and plane over alleged airspace violations, describing the incident as a breach of sovereignty on December 8.
PUNCH On-line reviews that the troopers had been launched about 10 days after a high-level Nigerian delegation, led by the Minister of International Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, met with Burkina Faso President Ibrahim Traoré and different members of his administration.
In a press release on Friday, NAF spokesperson Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame mentioned the plane arrived after a ferry flight carried out in keeping with an up to date flight plan and aviation security procedures.
The assertion learn, “The Nigerian Air Pressure confirms that its C-130 plane (NAF 913) arrived safely on the upkeep facility, OGMA, in Lisbon, Portugal as we speak, 26 December 2025.
“The ferry flight was efficiently accomplished, transiting Banjul and Casablanca in keeping with an up to date flight plan and established aviation security procedures.
“The plane and crew arrived with out incident, marking the ultimate section of the motion for the scheduled depot upkeep. All personnel are protected and stay in excessive spirits.
“The Nigerian Air Pressure appreciates the cooperation and assist of host authorities all through the transit, whereas reaffirming its unwavering dedication to the very best requirements of security, professionalism and operational accountability.”
