Russian Plane Carrying Arms Seized In Kano

The affected plane was also said to be carrying two helicopters and bullet proof vests. the pilot sought for permission to land at the airport following a technical problem with the aircraft.

Security operatives at the Malam Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano (MAKIA), on Saturday seized a Russian Plane with arms and ammunitions.the plane which was bound for D’jamena, Chad Republic, landed at the airport around 2:15am on Saturday.

According to a source, the crew members are still being detained by the security agents following the discovery of the arms including many AK47 rifles and other items.





When contacted, the General Manager of Communication,Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Mr Yakubu Datti, confirmed the seizure of the plane.He said the pilot sought for permission to land at the airport following a technical problem with the aircraft.

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