The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) crew, recently released after their detention abroad, has resumed their mission, making a stopover in Burkina Faso en route to Portugal, where they will continue their deployment and professional activities.
The crew’s progress was confirmed by military sources, who indicated that they left the country after their release and are now heading to their intended destination. The stopover in Burkina Faso is part of the routine operational logistics of their travel preparations.
The crew’s detention had previously generated concern, attracting the attention of government officials, military leaders, and diplomatic channels. Their release was welcomed domestically, with authorities describing it as a positive development in ongoing efforts to protect Nigerian military personnel operating abroad.
The Nigerian Air Force has stated its commitment to its international duties and partnerships, noting that the deployment to Portugal is part of ongoing training, cooperation, and operational objectives, aligned with broader security and defense frameworks.
Officials also reiterated that the well-being and safety of Nigerian Air Force (NAF) personnel remain a top priority during their international missions, ensuring they have adequate support structures throughout their deployments.
The continuation of the crew’s mission marks a significant step in maintaining Nigeria’s military commitment abroad and underscores the ongoing collaboration with allied forces and defense partners.
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