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The Command said the five suspects have been arraigned and remanded in Correctional custody pending further hearing, while efforts are underway to apprehend other accomplices.

SHETTIMA, who was received by the Governor of Niger State, MOHAMMED UMARU-BAGO, delivered the condolence message of President BOLA TINUBU, stating that the Federal government shares their grief, and reaffirms its commitment to protecting every citizen.

According to INEC, the distribution forms part of its ongoing preparations to ensure that eligible Nigerians are able to participate in the electoral process.

KEYAMO said the wreckage was later found near the Naval Base in Igbokoda, with search and rescue operations still underway, adding that preliminary information showed that 25 passengers and seven crew members were on board.

The Minister also highlighted key areas to enhance the countries cooperation, including: modernisation of defence infrastructure to strengthen local capacity, Specialised joint training for Special Forces, intelligence sharing and capacity building, enhanced border surveillance and security amongst others.