Full List: States of Northern Political Bigwigs Allegedly Behind Protesters Raising Russian Flags …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>>
Following the raising of Russian flags by some protesters in some parts of the north, security agencies have reportedly identified four politicians sponsoring the developmentSources disclosed that the northern political bigwigs under investigation are from Kaduna, Kano and KatsinaThe sources further revealed that the accused politicians played key roles in the 2023 elections and have been identified as conspiring with foreign countries to influence an unconstitutional change of government in Nigeria
Nigeria’s security agencies are investigating four northern politicians for their alleged involvement in the use of Russian flags by #EndBadGovernance protesters.
The politicians are from Katsina, Kaduna, and Kano states and are said to be suspected of instigating the use of Russian flags to promote an unconstitutional regime change.
Four politicians accused of sponsoring the raising of Russian flags in northern Nigeria
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Politicians allegedly behind raising of Russian flags
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According to The Punch, sources said the four politicians played prominent roles in the 2023 election and are now being targeted by security agencies for their alleged involvement in the protests.
They are accused of being principal actors who encouraged the use of Russian flags among protesters in the north.
The investigation has revealed evidence of external influence, with the politicians allegedly colluding with a West African and European country to cause chaos and promote the use of Russian flags. This has raised concerns about foreign interference in Nigeria’s internal affairs.
When did protesters raise Russian flags?
The protests against hardship and hunger took a dangerous turn on Monday, August 5, with protesters in northern states waving Russian flags and chanting anti-government slogans.
In Kaduna, protesters waved Russian flags and chanted in Hausa, calling for President Tinubu to step down.
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The use of Russian flags by protesters has raised concerns about the potential for unrest and regime change. The investigation is ongoing, with security agencies closing in on the identified politicians.
The situation highlights the tensions and divisions in Nigeria, with protesters demanding change and politicians accused of fueling instability.
Russia disowns protesters raising its flags
Henzodaily.ng earlier reported that the Russian embassy in Nigeria distanced Russia from some protesters raising its flags in some parts of Northern Nigeria.
According to the embassy, the protesters’ decision to raise Russian flags was their personal choice, and they condemned any violent protest.
Russia was recently accused of meddling in the internal affairs of some West African countries, including Mali, Burkina Faso and the Niger Republic.
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