The Nigerian military yesterday warned against the display of the Russian flag under the guise of the ongoing #EndBadGovernance protest,
Terhemba Daka, Odita Sunday, Kingsley Jeremiah, John Akubo , Saxone Akhaine and Kehinde Olatunji• Russia distances self from protesters’ display of its national symbol • Obi: Tinubu’s speech failed to address realities, triggers of protests saying the action is treasonous and would be met with consequences. Chief of…
“We are warning in clear terms, and the President has also said we should convey this: we will not accept anybody, any individual flying any foreign flag in Nigeria. That is a treasonable offence, and it will be viewed and treated as such. So, nobody should allow himself to be used by any individual,” Musa said.
Gen Christopher Musa, who briefed reporters after the meeting, said protesters carrying the Russian flag crossed a red line and would face the consequences. “We will not accept anyone pushing or taking any action, seemingly or for whatever reason, any change of government. Democracy is what we stand for. Democracy is what we will continue to defend. For those flying flags… and if you notice, a lot of them are kids being pushed to do that.
“The Government of the Russian Federation as well as any Russian officials, are not involved in these activities and do not coordinate them in any way. Hundreds of protesters in Kano yesterday displayed the Russian national flag. The protesters took advantage of a six-hour curfew in the state and marched peacefully towards Zaria and Court Roads as armed security operatives moved closely behind them.
Activities came to an abrupt end in the area as people fled for their lives. The area had been tense before the curfew was imposed. The police had also warned that anyone found vandalising properties or looting shops would not be considered a protester but a criminal. About 12 security vehicles, including armoured trucks and an ambulance, were stationed at the National Stadium, where the protesters were officially meant to gather.
He said: “While the President’s speech focused on the past, the people are concerned with the present and the future. He should begin by addressing pressing issues such as the exorbitant cost of governance, measures to tackle corruption, the high cost of living, and directing resources effectively towards critical areas like health, education, and poverty alleviation.
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