Nigerian troops held in Burkina Faso after ‘unfriendly’ emergency landing
The Guardian • 12/9/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
Eleven Nigerian military personnel are being held in Burkina Faso after their C-130 transport aircraft made an unauthorized emergency landing in Bobo Dioulasso, according to a statement from the Alliance of Sahel States. This incident follows Nigeria's recent military intervention in an attempted coup in Benin, highlighting ongoing regional political and security tensions.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
37 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
The Guardian
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score47/100
Related Story Timeline
- 2025-12-09Nigerian troops held in Burkina Faso after ‘unfriendly’ emergency landing (current)
- 2025-12-10Burkina Faso releases 11 Nigerian troops after ‘unauthorised’ plane landing (The Guardian)
- 2025-12-11Fate of 11 Nigerian troops unclear after ‘unauthorised’ plane landing in Burkina Faso (The Guardian)
Score BreakdownRisk 35
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 37 days - proven survivor
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