Breaking News: Security agents intercept strange aircraft in Kano, detain crew

News Express |6th Dec 2014 | 4,228

Supersensitive security alert system has intercepted a suspicious Russia-made Antonov aircraft with a chopper tucked in it at Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano, North-West Nigeria.

A report by PRNigeria said that “intense investigation is ongoing including using diplomatic means to unravel the mission of the aircraft, its origin and destination.”

It quoted competent security sources as confirming that the aircraft and crew are under protective custody pending conclusion of investigation.

•Photo shows an Antonov aircraft.

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