Russia takes stand on use of its flag by Nigerian protesters

The Russian Embassy in Nigeria has refuted any association with demonstrators spotted flying Russian flags in northern Nigeria.

According to an earlier report by ZINGTIE, protesters were spotted walking across different areas of the nation while brandishing banners bearing a variety of messages and waving Russian flags.

The arrest of the Kano tailor who was making the “Russian flags” has also been confirmed by the Department of State Service, DSS.

The suspect and his sponsors were also been arrested, according to the Service.

But according to a statement from the Embassy, Russia doesn’t meddle in the domestic affairs of other nations, including Nigeria.

It stated that no official Russian government policy or attitude is reflected in the protesters’ conduct.

The statement said, “The Embassy has noted the reports in Nigerian media and the circulation of videos and images in digital media depicting protesters in northern states of the country carrying Russian flags and chanting slogans to Russian President Vladimir Putin.

“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.

“As always, we emphasize that Russia does not interfere in the domestic affairs of foreign states, including Nigeria. These intentions of some protesters to wave Russian flags are personal choices of individuals, and they do not reflect any official position or policy of the Russian Government in the issue.

“We respect Nigerian democracy and believe that peaceful demonstrations in conformity with the Nigerian law are a manifestation of democracy. However, should these events lead to any disruptions or acts of violence we strictly condemn them.”

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