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Ogun 2027: Labour Party lures Segun Showunmi with guber ticket
The Labour Party, LP, in Ogun State has wooed the Convener of the Alternative Movement and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Otunba Segun Showunmi, urging him to contest the 2027 governorship election on its platform.
The leadership of the Labour Party, led by the state chairman, Oluwabukola Soyoye, made this known during a visit to Showunmi at his residence in Ibara GRA, Abeokuta, on Friday.
Soyoye urged the former spokesperson to ex–Vice President Atiku Abubakar to join the Labour Party and fly its flag in the 2027 governorship race, noting that the state needs a new era of governance and Showunmi aligns with the party’s ideology and vision.
“We want you to come and join us in Labour Party, and to be our governorship candidate in the next election,”she added.
Responding, Showunmi praised Labour Party’s ideological stability and commended former presidential candidate Peter Obi for galvanizing the party’s growing popularity
He noted that Labour Party’s performance in the last presidential election, where it secured over six million votes compared to the ruling party’s eight million, demonstrated its growing influence and organic approach to politics.
Showunmi expressed his desire to contribute to the development of Ogun State, citing the state’s vast growth potential and the need to address key challenges.
The PDP chief thanked the Labour Party for the offer to contest the governorship and pledged to give it serious consideration.
He said “The governorship eligibility for 2027, with every sense of due respect, I have looked at the horizon, from the toughest to the least, I can’t find anybody who is more eminently qualified, more prepared, more intentional of policy of governance than me among them all.
“I have done only one thing, which is to wish, to work, to pray, to agonize that this Nigerian nation be a great nation that we can pass on to the next generation. I have not spared of myself, neither have I spared of the little resources that has come in my hand just to push it and keep pushing it.”
He also acknowledged the challenges facing Ogun State, particularly poor road infrastructure, though he conceded that the incumbent governor has made measurable progress in road construction compared to previous administrations.
According to him, the major shortcoming of the current administration is its failure to fully harness Ogun State’s multiple growth poles, stressing that the state requires leadership with a deeper understanding of its economic and developmental possibilities.
“I concede that there are critical challenging issues about the current governor’s approach to governance. One of them, is that it is a major source of embarrassment that Ogun state, our beloved state, is now the signpost of bad roads all over until people just break down in Angry rhetorics when they come to our state. But it does not mean he hasn’t done some roads. I tell you truthfully, he has done more kilometers of road than the previous ones.
“The challenges he did not fully commit himself to a deep understanding that Ogun state is a state that has growth poles everywhere.”
President Bola Tinubu has described his journey to the presidency as a challenging path marked by numerous obstacles, attributing his success to perseverance and divine guidance.
Speaking at the 15th National Executive Committee meeting of the All Progressives Congress in Abuja on Friday, Tinubu reflected on the difficulties faced by both his campaign and the nation in the period leading up to the 2023 general election.
He noted that Nigerians endured severe economic and social strains, including food shortages, the currency redesign initiative and widespread fuel scarcity, which resulted in long queues at petrol stations.
“I faced obstacles on my path to the presidency,” Tinubu said, recalling that many citizens struggled to afford even a single meal each day.
Despite these setbacks, he credited God for his rise to leadership. “God brought us here. I am a symbol of that God because, without Him, I wouldn’t be here,” he stated.
Emphasising the importance of faith and gratitude, Tinubu encouraged Nigerians to remain patient and thankful amid difficulties.
He also called for unity, tolerance and resilience to safeguard Nigeria’s democracy, warning, “We must continue to be resolute that this democracy we have taken into our hands must not fail.”
Highlighting inclusive leadership, Tinubu urged both leaders and citizens to show compassion and create space for others.
He cautioned against the forceful imposition of one’s will in governance and reaffirmed his belief that ultimate leadership is determined by God: “God creates the opportunity for individuals, and if God says you will be there, you will be there.”
President Bola Tinubu has issued a stern warning to state governors that he may be compelled to issue an Executive Order to enforce direct allocations to local governments if they fail to comply with a recent Supreme Court ruling affirming financial autonomy for Nigeria’s third tier of government.
Tinubu spoke on Friday during the 15th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja.
In a veiled but pointed message to governors accused of withholding statutory allocations meant for local councils, Tinubu warned that non‑compliance could force him to directly allocate local council funds from the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC).
Addressing NEC members, including governors, National Working Committee members, and other party leaders, the President said, “The Supreme Court has capped it for you again, saying, ‘give them their money directly.’ If you wait for my Executive Order, because I have the knife, I have the yam, I will cut it.”
He added, “I’m just being very respectful and understanding with my governors. Otherwise, if you don’t start to implement it, fact after fact, you will see.”
Tinubu’s remarks follow the July 11, 2024 landmark judgment by the Supreme Court, which upheld the Federal Government’s suit seeking to enforce financial independence for local governments.
In a unanimous decision, a seven‑member panel of the apex court declared that it is unconstitutional for state governments to retain or manage funds meant for local councils.
The court ordered that allocations from the Federation Account be paid directly to local governments, as provided in Section 162(5–8) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). However, many states have continued to channel the funds through joint accounts.
In his speech, Tinubu reiterated the necessity for governors to abide by the apex court’s directive, warning that further violations could invite federal intervention.
“The ultimate goal is our Supreme Court. We have to comply. We have to respect the judgment,” he insisted.
…As Tinubu ignores NASS appeal to review police aides’ withdrawal
The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, on Friday, asserted that great nations are not built by perfect conditions, but by leaders who make hard choices together.
Akpabio made this assertion in his speech, titled “Planting The Future Together” which he read during the presentation of the N58.18 2026 budget to the joint session of the National Assembly by President Bola Tinubu.
This was as President Tinubu ignored the appeal made by the National Assembly, seeking a reversal to the withdrawal of police aides attached to members of the apex parliament.
He observed that many Nigerians view the patriotic collaborative work between the National Assembly and the Executive Arm as a sell-out by the Parliament, stressing that nations advance when the Executive and the Legislature work in concert, and they falter when the two become locked in hostility.
His speech reads in part: “Mr President, your presence before Parliament today underscores a fundamental truth of democratic governance: that progress is forged when institutions work in concert; when authority is exercised with accountability; and when leadership listens, engages, and leads with courage and clarity of purpose.
“Many in our country view the patriotic collaborative work between the National Assembly and the Executive Arm as a sell-out by the Parliament.
“But history is unambiguous on one enduring lesson: nations advance when the Executive and the Legislature work in concert, and they falter when the two become locked in hostility.
Akpabio insisted that nations make more progress when the different arms of government work in collaboration rather than in confrontation with one another.
“Across history and continents, the pattern remains consistent: when the organs of state treat each other as adversaries, the nation pays the price; but when they act as partners under the constitution, stability deepens, reforms take root, and progress becomes possible. It is within this spirit of constitutional partnership—not rivalry or servility—that great national decisions (like budgeting) acquire meaning and momentum.
“Budgets tell a story. Show me a nation’s budget, and I will tell you its priorities, its fears, and its hopes. They reveal what a nation truly values, expose what it is prepared to confront, and chart the future it seeks to build.
“The 2026 Appropriation Bill you are about to present is therefore far more than a compilation of figures. It should be a statement of intent—a reflection of priorities, a record of difficult choices, and a roadmap for the next phase of Nigeria’s national renewal.
“Over the past year, our country has navigated a period of significant transition in the midst of challenges. Families have felt the strain of rising costs. Businesses have adjusted to a changing economic environment.
“Young Nigerians have asked hard and legitimate questions about opportunity, fairness, and their place in the nation’s future. Insecurity has tested our collective resolve and reminded us that peace is not a gift we inherit, but a responsibility we must constantly defend.
“Yet history teaches us something enduring: Nigeria does not retreat in the face of difficulty—we confront it. We confront it with resilience forged in adversity, with faith in our shared destiny, and with an unyielding belief that tomorrow can be better than today.
“From one generation to the next, this nation has survived storms not by surrendering to despair, but by standing together, reforming what must be reformed, and renewing our commitment to justice, inclusivity, and progress.
“This is not a season for cynicism. It is a season for optimism. Not a moment for resignation, but a call to responsibility—by government, by institutions, and by citizens alike.
“For every challenge before us is also an invitation: to build a more equitable economy, to secure our communities, to restore trust in public life, and to ensure that the promise of Nigeria is not postponed, but delivered.
“The 2025 Budget was introduced at a moment that demanded uncommon courage. It required confronting structural weaknesses long postponed. And it is important to place on record that the progress we are now witnessing has been achieved despite persistent scepticism, relentless criticism, and the loud objections of naysayers and traducers who doubted both the necessity and the resolve of reform.
“These were difficult decisions—yet necessary ones—and they reflect a leadership willing to choose long-term national interest over short-term comfort.
“As a result, we are now witnesses to measurable gains. Government revenues are improving. Public finance is being managed with greater discipline and transparency. Strategic investments in infrastructure, energy, agriculture, and human capital are laying a firmer foundation for sustainable growth. Nigeria is regaining confidence—within its borders and in the eyes of the international community.
“Nation-building is not the work of one man or one institution. It is a collective endeavour that requires patience, sacrifice, and unity of purpose. I enjoin all Nigerians to continue to support the patriotic efforts of our President.
“Also, assure Nigerians that we will continue to serve them with heart and might and represent them with all our strength,” he said.
Meanwhile, President Tinubu ignored the appeal made by the National Assembly, seeking a reversal to the withdrawal of police aides attached to members of the apex parliament.
The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, while reading his address of welcome, appealed to the President to passionately consider the request by the two chambers, calling on him to reverse his earlier decision to withdraw police aides attached to the member.
However, the President concluded his budget presentation without mentioning the issue until he departed the legislative complex.
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Access Holdings will tap the private placement market to draw privileged investors to its new capital raise programme, through which it plans to mobilise N40 billion in foreign currency, following an emergency general meeting on Thursday.
The proposed share sale gives room to one or more or two investors to acquire the shares at N20.25 each in accordance with terms and conditions to be set later, Nigeria’s biggest banking group said in a statement.
“The board of directors be and is hereby authorised to consider, negotiate, approve, and finalise the list of potential private placement investors; determine the structure, valuation, modalities, and timeline for the private placement,” it stated further.
Access Holdings requires key approvals from the Central Bank of Nigeria and the market regulator, the Securities and Exchange Commission, to initiate the capital raise.
Taking advantage of the issuance of dollar-denominated instruments to facilitate expansion into new markets has been a key consideration for the group since it unveiled its medium-term growth strategy to journalists in Lagos last October.
Roosevelt Ogbonna, the CEO of Access Bank’s commercial banking unit, said at the time that the lender is considering issuing the securities in two tranches – the first to development finance institutions and the second in the open market.
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A looming deadline for banks in Nigeria to increase their regulatory capital to new limits by next March is compelling lenders to make last-ditch efforts to source fresh cash to shore up their core capital to the stipulated levels or resort to less favourable options, such as mergers, to stay in business.
As of last December, Access Bank had met the N500 billion minimum capital requirement for international banking authorisation, the license category to which it belongs, after mobilising the sum of N351 billion through a rights issue.
Raising that cash from existing shareholders lifted its share capital to N600 billion, according to a statement on its website.
The private placement will issue 2 billion shares in all, Access Holdings said. That will take its outstanding shares to 55.3 billion.
The group’s market capitalisation at market close on Friday stands at N1.1 trillion.
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Abroad-based Mum Shares Why She Left Her Children in Nigeria and Relocated to China, Many React
- An abroad-based mother shared why she left her children back in Nigeria to relocate to China to pursue her dreams
- She opened up about why she chose to move to China, instead of any other country, sparking mixed reactions online
- Her video trended as her reasons caught people’s attention, as they took to the comment section to share their thoughts
A Nigerian woman shared why she left her children in Nigeria and relocated to China.
She opened up about how she had to wait till she gave birth before pursuing her dreams.
Abroad-based Mum Shares Why She Left Her Children in Nigeria and Relocated to China, Many React
Source: TikTok
On her TikTok page, @nekschinadiaries said she had always dreamt of going back to school and building something of her own.
She also stated that she got a scholarship to study in China, stating that she knew it was time to pour into herself after being there for her kids.
She captioned her video:
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“This is my story on why I moved to China. Welcome to the new chapter of my life. I would really appreciate all your prayers and words of encouragement.”
Watch her video below:
Reactions trail woman’s relocation to China
@Abena_Med_Aphrodisiac said:
“please ma how can I come to china to study on scholarship like u. I’m also a mum of 1.”
@Mma said:
“You’ve got this. I’m really rooting for this phase of your life. even on days when you doubt if you’re making the right choice, believe me, you are! your efforts will pay off and your children will know you as the mom who also chose herself, not the one who resents them in future for stalling her life and dreams.
@Potterhands Ebun Anu said:
“Jesus Christ, will raise men in that land to bless you greatly in Jesus name Amen.The presence of the Lord will always go ahead of you in that land to perfect your daily plan’s and meetings. The Lord will keep your home and children from all evils in Jesus name.”
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@Hallelujah 2026 said:
“That’s because you have someone to give your kids too so as to chase your dreams. I have absolutely no one to give my kids too so as to chase mine. I am just here hoping and believing. #lifeofanophan.”
@Alade Mercy said:
“I’m planning to leave my 3 years to school but heaven is setting loose because of that decision at home.
@Justbuy_ng said:
“I will always say that Parents, please take care of yourselves, you deserve all the good stuff too. I know you love your children, but you sef na person pikin and you deserve a GOOD LIFE.Nor go wake up one day con dey regret oh, abeg.
@arabinrin said:
“i didn’t have both parents and I didn’t trust anyone… I lost my mum 2009 I see hell. the lord will continue to strengthen you.”
@Ashvath Stephen said:
“I have two kids too and this us exactly the direction I’m thinking. Which scholarship did you get and how can one apply?”
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In a related story, a man returned to Nigeria after 33 years in the UK, while another nurse returned after eight years abroad.
Lady returns from UK after 2 years
Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that a lady who relocated to the UK announced her return to Nigeria permanently after spending years abroad.
She mentioned why she returned permanently to Nigeria after two years of staying in the United Kingdom.
Her reason caught people’s attention, as they took to the comments section to welcome her back home.
Source: Legit.ng
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“This is a prank” – Businesswoman shares unusual message from male customer who spent 200k at her store with his girlfriend
A businesswoman has shared a shocking text from a male customer who spent ₦200k at her store with his girlfriend.
The businesswoman shared the text on her TikTok handle, @thelipglossstore.
Details Of The Text
In the viral text, the customer introduced himself and expressed interest in taking the businesswoman on a date.
The male customer further expressed his admiration for the businesswoman’s beauty and vowed to take care of her.
Read text below…..
Hello I was the guy that brought my girlfriend to your store yesterday to get stuffs worth 200k. “I would like to go out on a date with you and get to know you more. You look so beautiful, don’t mind my girlfriend she doesn’t have to know. I will really take good care of you baby
I would like to go out on a date with you and get to know you more. You look so beautiful, don’t mind my girlfriend she doesn’t have to know. I will really take good care of you baby.
In response to the text, the businesswoman inquired, “This is a prank right ? Wawuuuuuuuu”.
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President Bola Tinubu and other party members attend the 15th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja.
The session commenced at 6:05 p.m. following the President’s arrival.
Friday’s gathering marks the party’s second NEC meeting in 2025, after an earlier session held in February. It is also the first since Prof Nentawe Yilwatda emerged as APC National Chairman in July.
The proceedings opened with a Christian prayer led by the Taraba State Governor, Kefas Agbu.
The meeting comes just days after the APC shifted its National Caucus and NEC meetings from 15–16 December to 18–19 December, with the NEC scheduled to hold at the Presidential Villa.
Our correspondent observed several governors and senior party figures at the venue, including serving APC governors, former governors, and principal officers of the National Assembly.
Also in attendance were six governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party who recently defected to the APC: Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah, Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri, Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno, and Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas.
The APC National Executive Committee is the party’s highest decision-making body between conventions, bringing together the President, Vice-President, National Chairman, National Working Committee, governors and other key stakeholders to make binding decisions on party administration, policy direction and preparations for future elections.
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Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, says the Nigerian Air Force personnel previously detained in Burkina Faso have now arrived safely at an Air Force base in Accra, Ghana.
Tuggar announced their arrival in a post on X on Friday evening.
“I can confirm that the pilots and crew of NAF C-130 (913) have safely arrived at the Air Force Base in Accra. The successful outcome reflects Nigeria’s commitment to diplomacy, regional cooperation, and the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in resolving sensitive matters through dialogue,” he wrote.
The Burkina Faso military authorities detained the soldiers after their aircraft made a forced landing in the country.
They were released on Wednesday, 17 December, after President Tinubu dispatched a delegation led by Tuggar to meet with Ibrahim Traoré, leader of the Burkinabé junta.
In a statement, Tuggar’s spokesperson, Alkasim Abdulkadir, said both sides amicably resolved the matter involving the Nigerian Air Force pilots and crew.
The personnel had been held for nearly two weeks after the Confederation of Sahel States (AES) described the landing as an “unfriendly act” said to be in defiance of international law.
However, the Air Force explained that the crew detected a technical issue that required a precautionary landing in Bobo-Dioulasso, the closest available airfield, in accordance with standard safety procedures and international aviation protocols.
Talks between Nigerian and Burkinabé officials were held in Ouagadougou on Wednesday.
Abdulkadir said Tuggar conveyed a message of solidarity from President Tinubu to Traoré, as both sides explored ways to deepen bilateral relations and strengthen regional cooperation.
He added that discussions focused on improving political, security and economic collaboration, with particular attention to joint responses to security threats and collective action through existing regional frameworks.
Former Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi, who represented Delta North Senatorial District in the National Assembly, has passed away after a prolonged illness.
In a statement released on Friday, Festus Ahon, Chief Press Secretary to Sheriff Oborevwori, Governor of Delta State, confirmed the death.
Reacting to the development, Governor Oborevwori expressed deep sorrow over the loss, describing the former lawmaker’s death as a significant blow to Delta State, the Anioma people, and the nation at large.
He noted that Nwaoboshi was a prominent and courageous advocate for Anioma interests and a respected leader whose contributions to national development would endure.
“On behalf of the government and people of Delta State, I mourn the loss of my dear friend, Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi,” the governor said. “I extend my sincere condolences to his immediate family, the Anioma nation, members of our great party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), and all those touched by his life and service,” he said.
Governor Oborevwori recalled Nwaoboshi’s active and influential role in the National Assembly, particularly during his tenure as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Niger Delta Affairs, where he consistently advocated for the development of the Niger Delta region and Delta State.
He further noted that the late senator’s political journey was shaped by strong political lineage, selfless leadership, and unwavering commitment to democratic ideals.
This commitment also saw him serve two terms as Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State.
Describing him as a dedicated public servant, the governor said Nwaoboshi devoted his life to serving his people, his party, and the nation, leaving behind a legacy marked by steadfast commitment to public service.
Senator Nwaoboshi served in the National Assembly from 2015 to 2023.
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) C-130 aircraft, which was released on Thursday by Burkinabe authorities following a diplomatic meeting with Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, has arrived in Ghana.
NAF’s spokesperson, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, revealed this in a statement on Friday.
He said the aircraft departed Bobo-Dioulasso airfield, Burkina Faso on Friday evening and arrived safely in Accra in line with the updated flight plan.
Ejodame revealed that the aircraft landing in Ghana was in preparation for onward movement to Portugal via Banjul and Casablanca for its scheduled depot maintenance.
The statement read, “The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) is pleased to confirm that its C-130 aircraft, which made a precautionary landing in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, departed this evening and arrived safely in Accra in line with updated flight plan, preparing for onward movement to Portugal via Banjul and Casablanca for its scheduled depot maintenance.
“The Nigerian Air Force appreciates the concern and support expressed by members of the public and assures Nigerians that all personnel remain safe, the aircraft is serviceable, and the Service continues to operate to the highest standards of safety and professionalism.”
The Nation reports that there was a diplomatic misunderstanding between Nigeria and Burkina Faso two weeks ago after a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) C-130 aircraft made a precautionary landing in the Sahelian country on December 8.
The Confederation of Sahel States (AES) described the landing as an “unfriendly act carried out in defiance of international law.”
But according to a statement by a NAF spokesperson, on December 9, the aircraft was en route to Portugal for maintenance, but had to divert to the Bobo-Dioulasso Airfield in Burkina Faso after the crew detected a technical issue a few hours after departing Lagos on December 8.
Ejodame explained that the Bobo-Dioulasso Airfield was the nearest available airfield at the time, noting that the diversion was in line with standard safety procedures and international aviation protocols.
“Plans are ongoing to resume the mission as scheduled. The Nigerian Air Force appreciates the support received during this period and assures the public that the NAF remains professionally committed to strict compliance with operational procedures and safety standards, ensuring the protection of its personnel while fulfilling its constitutional mandate,” he said.
However, despite the explanation, allegations of espionage circulated online. These allegations were later refuted by credible sources at the NAF Headquarters.
Some online publications alleged that the aircraft was forced to land by Burkinabe authorities over alleged clandestine intelligence activities. They also alleged that the clandestine operation was backed by foreign powers, claiming that the experience of the crew onboard had no correlation with maintenance activities, contrary to the NAF’s assertion that the aircraft was en route to
But a credible source, who spoke to The Nation on December 15, debunked the allegations as entirely “false, misleading, and unsupported by facts.”
According to the source, the flight was covered by all necessary documentation, including provisions for diversion in line with international aviation procedures.
The source added that the precautionary landing at Bobo-Dioulasso was initiated strictly on safety grounds and in full compliance with standard aviation protocols.
“At no time was the aircraft intercepted, forced to land, or found operating without authorisation, and claims of airspace violation or hostile intent are fabrications intended to misinform and inflame public sentiment,” the source said.
The credible source also described the allegations of espionage, SIGINT operations, foreign sponsorship, or the involvement of other external networks, as “baseless”, insisting that the personnel on board were standard aircrew and mission-support officers “conducting a legitimate military air movement, not intelligence operatives, and the aircraft was not equipped with surveillance or data-collection systems of any kind.”
The source said that the professional interactions between the Burkinabe authorities and the NAF crew since the aircraft’s emergency landing, as well as the fact that the crew had been in contact with their families, indicated that there was nothing clandestine about the aircraft or the crew’s mission.
The source said, “Contrary to online speculation, there was no official statement from the NAF claiming that the crew had been released.
“Matters relating to the aircraft and its personnel are being responsibly managed by the relevant Nigerian government ministries and agencies through established diplomatic channels, in line with international norms and bilateral relations.”
The source cautioned that the continued circulation allegation reflects a deliberate disinformation effort aimed at discrediting Nigeria, undermining trust, and straining regional relations.
On Wednesday, December 16, President Bola Tinubu sent a delegation led by the Minister of Foreign Affairs Yusuf Tuggar, to meet with Ibrahim Traoré, Burkin Faso’s military leader, and both sides amicably resolved the issue, leading to the release of the aircraft and the crew by Burkinabe authorities on Friday, December 19.