Unauthorised touchdown comes less than 24 hours after Nigerian forces intervened in attempted coup in Benin

Nigeria denies the violation saying the aircraft made an emergency landing due to a technical issue.

Unauthorised touchdown comes less than 24 hours after Nigerian forces intervened in attempted coup in Benin

Military personnel told they can return to Nigeria after actions described as ‘unfriendly act’

Confusion over diplomatic standoff deepens after conflicting reports about the soldiers’ whereabouts