In this context, it expresses its particular concern at the detention without trial of political figures and the suspension of habeas corpus. The European Union recalls its deep concern at the annulment in June 1993 of elections that were considered free and fair and the subsequent installation of a new military dictatorship. Development cooperation with Nigeria is suspended. Exceptions may be made for projects and programmes in support of human rights and democracy as well as those concentrating on poverty alleviation and, in particular, the provision of basic needs for the poorest section of the population, in the context of decentralized cooperation through local civilian authorities and non-governmental organizations. This Common Position will be monitored by the Council, to which the Presidency and the Commission will regularly report and will be reviewed in the light of developments in Nigeria.
Further measures are under examination.
This Common Position shall take effect on 20 November 1995. This Common Position shall be published in the Official Journal. The aforementioned embargo covers weapons designed to kill and their ammunition, weapon platforms, non-weapon platforms and ancillary equipment. The embargo also covers spare parts, repairs, maintenance and transfer of military technology. Contracts entered into prior to the date of entry into force of the embargo are not affected by this Common Position.