What did the new Nigerian government do with this amnesty (forgiveness) program after they were elected in 2016?

Explanation:

The move is seen as an attempt to curb new attacks which have severely affected oil production in Nigeria.

The government stopped the payments in February, resulting in militants accusing it of breaching an amnesty deal negotiated in 2009.

The military has carried out several air strikes in the region in an attempt to destroy militant bases.

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The amnesty programme's spokesman Piriye Kiyaramo initially said the payments, which include tuition for those studying abroad, had been made on Monday, but militants contacted by the BBC said they had yet to receive the money.

Mr Kiyaramo later told the BBC that a "hiccup" meant to money would be paid by Tuesday night.

"We expect the amnesty to be paid tonight to 30,000 youths involved in the amnesty programme. The Central Bank has released the money," he said.

Under the amnesty deal, each militant is entitled to 65,000 naira ($203; £153) a month and job training.

President Muhammadu Buhari, who came to power last year, announced plans in this year's budget to reduce funding for the programme by 70% amid allegations of widespread corruption.

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