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The Nigerian Air Force has addressed rumors about one of its planes (a C-130 aircraft) being redirected to Burkina Faso, stating that the move was a preventive step carried out in line with established safety and international aviation rules.

NAF also mentioned that the individuals aboard the aircraft that landed in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, are secure and being treated warmly by Burkinabe officials.

The plane, which was en route to Portugal, performed an emergency landing following a technical issue identified by the crew shortly after departing Lagos on 8 December 2025.

A statement released on Tuesday by the Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, mentioned that the crew headed to the closest airport following standard safety measures and global aviation rules.

Ejodame mentioned that preparations were in progress to restart the mission as planned, stating that the Air Force continued to adhere to rigorous operational and safety protocols.

The statement said, “The Nigerian Air Force wants to address reports about the rerouting of a NAF C-130 plane during its transport mission to Portugal on 8 December 2025. After departing from Lagos, the crew noticed a technical issue that required an emergency landing in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, the closest airport, following regular safety measures and global aviation rules. The NAF team is secure and has been treated kindly by the local authorities.”

Work is currently underway to restart the mission as planned. The Nigerian Air Force thanks those who provided assistance during this time and guarantees that the NAF continues to adhere strictly to operational protocols and safety measures, safeguarding its personnel while carrying out its constitutional duties.

The PUNCH previously stated that the Government of Burkina Faso mentioned a Nigerian Air Force plane with 11 troops had to land in the nation on Monday following claims of entering its airspace.

The Burkina Information Agency reported the update, the state-owned news organization that released a statement from the Confederation of Sahel States.

Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc.Syndigate.info).