August 6, 2024

The Russian Embassy in Nigeria has distanced itself from the alleged display of its national flag by some demonstrators in Northern Nigeria.

The Embassy in a statement in Abuja said 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.

The statement emphasised that Russia does not interfere in the domestic affairs of foreign states, including Nigeria.

The Embassy noted that Russia respects Nigerian democracy and believes that peaceful demonstrations in conformity with Nigerian law are a manifestation of democracy.

It further declared that the 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 on the issue.