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Tinubu: Flying Foreign Flags at protests in Nigeria is Treasonable

One of the major issues discussed was the new trend of protesters hoisting the Russian flag in some states in the north.
Flying foreign flags at protests in Nigeria is Treason- Tinubu

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August 6, 2024

Oluwatobi Ibikunle

Tinubu: Flying Foreign Flags at protests in Nigeria is Treasonable

President Bola Tinubu met with security chiefs yesterday to discuss the ongoing protests across Nigeria. The meeting focused on how to keep the country safe during the demonstrations.

The protests, which entered their fifth day, have seen citizens express dissatisfaction with hunger and bad governance.

The security meeting was held at the President’s office at the State House Abuja. One of the major issues discussed was the new trend of protesters hoisting the Russian flag in some states in the north.

General Christopher Musa, the Chief of Defence Staff, spoke to journalists after the meeting.

He said: “We went to brief Mr President on the situation on ground and we know that since the riot (protest) started, all the security agencies are together.

“Initially, when the riot (protest) started they said it was a peaceful riot but we have realized that there are individuals that are willing to take advantage of it to cause mayhem. And we can see clearly what has happened since it has commenced. Criminals have taken over, a lot of looting taking place, stealing and all sorts of things are happening.

“And besides, all of us have seen it where foreign flags have been flown within the sovereignty of Nigeria, and that is totally unacceptable.

“We are warning in clear terms and the President has also said we should convey this, that we will not accept anybody, any individual flying any foreign flag in Nigeria.

According to Musa, all security agencies are working together to maintain peace and order. He acknowledged that some individuals are taking advantage of the protests to cause trouble. The security chief warned that those responsible for flying foreign flags in Nigeria will face the law. Investigations are also underway to identify those sponsoring the protests and flying foreign flags.

Musa denied allegations that soldiers were involved in looting during the protests. He explained that soldiers were merely clearing away items from the area.

The meeting was attended by top officials, including the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, and the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu. Other attendees included the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun,the Director-General of the Department of State Service (DSS), Yusuf Bichi, among others.

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