Niger Republic’s military regime has imposed additional entry points screening for almost all goods coming into the country from Nigeria, citing security concerns.
The statement noted, “The military aircraft had on board two (02) crew members and nine (09) passengers, all military personnel.”
Earlier, some soldiers announced a sudden takeover of the government, accusing Mr Talon of mismanagement.
He said that the accreditation would reduce financial strain on parents.
The Nigerien security authorities are said to be conducting a nationwide search.
They underlined their aim to uphold the protection of human rights in line with their values.
Ms John said the suspect was in police custody as the investigation was in high gear to track and apprehend his accomplices.
Chairman of the ad hoc committee, Sai’du Abdullahi (Bida/Gbako federal constituency), led members to the port on Saturday to engage stakeholders.
A UN-chartered helicopter delivering food aid to the town of Solle in northwest Burkina Faso was caught in an explosion shortly after landing on Tuesday, injuring two people.
In Mali, 90 per cent of women have been affected by female genital mutilation, while the rate of child marriage in parts of the region is among the highest in the world.
