Metro Nigeria: Despite Photo Evidence, Russia Insists Chad-Bound Plane Not Carrying Weapons

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The 'arrest' of a Russian military cargo plane in Kano state over the weekend has created quite a stir, with the political angle tilting against President Jonathan, as social spectators are accusing the President of not doing enough to stop Boko Haram.

Russia's first reaction was to deny owning the plane, but after that, they admitted to owning the plane, but that it was carrying French military equipment.

The plane, called the Antonov 124, "diverted to Kano 710 kilometres (441 miles) due west because of heavy air traffic in the Chadian capital, said Champagne deI mean, Labriolle," according to Vanguard.

“The Nigerian federal and airport authorities, being satisfied with the documents and the genuine character of the flight, have announced that the plane will be authorised to pursue its flight to N’Djamena,” he added.

“Contrary to some press reports, there was absolutely no weapon and no ammunition on board the aircraft.”

However, photos obtained from Premium Times showed that there were indeed weapons in the plane. One wonders what the truth is in this tale.

What do you think?

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