Buhari Seeks Senate Approval to Purchase Military Helicopters from US
Featured, Latest Headlines, News Wednesday, April 25th, 2018
ABUJA, NIGERIA (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Muhammadu Buhari has sought the approval of the Senate for the purchase of 12 Super Tucano helicopters from the United States US.
Buhari’s letter as read Wednesday at the plenary indicated that the aircrafts worth $496,374,470.
The aircrafts according to Mr. President are meant to support the drive to improve on the security of the country.
The House of Representatives had earlier blasted the president, even calling for his impeachment, for approving the purchase without recourse to the national assembly.
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