The United Nations is set to resume delivery of humanitarian supplies and evacuating staff in Niger after the country’s ruling junta lifted domestic flight restrictions today.
Yesterday the National Aviation Authorities in Niger had informed the UN Humanitarian Air Service (UNHAS) that flight restrictions have been lifted for domestic operations, and that services can resume as of today.
The UN Agency said that the resumption of domestic flight operations will facilitate the monthly delivery of nearly 2.4 metric tonnes of medical supplies and other aid as well as critical medical and security evacuations for humanitarian staff.
The Agency noted that it expects challenges in fuelling its aircraft.
The UN in August had said it would continue delivering aid in the West African Country, after its leader, President Mohamed Bazoum was overthrown in a coup, although western powers, including France, The United States and the European Union had cut off aid to the country due to the July coup.
According to reports, roughly 4.3 million Nigeriens depend on humanitarian aid.
