Russian Denied Plane In Kano Carrying Weapons

Russia has denied having anything to do with the plane loaded with arms, bullet proof vests and a chopper.
The supposed 'Russian' plane was intercepted at Kano international airport, after it developed a fault in the early hours of Saturday .Several reports claim the plane was from Russia, enroute Chad ..There have been unfounded rumours recently fingering Chad as one of the sponsors of Boko Haram.

The Russian government through its embassy in Nigeria tweeted 

According to the information of the Embassy, the detained plane in Kano, allegedly carrying military hardware on board, is not Russian.

 The Nigerian military tweeted via its handle [@DefenceInfoNG]. 

“Investigation is ongoing to determine the content and origin of the aircraft. Further details will be made as soon as the investigation is completed.”