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Protesting Nigerians hoisting Russian flag worrisome, treasonable, says Chief Yohanna Margif, Labour Party chieftain
Protesting Nigerians hoisting Russian flag worrisome, treasonable, says Chief Yohanna Margif, Labour Party chieftain
By: Michael Mike
A chieftain of the Labour Party (LP), Chief Yohanna Margif, has decried the viral video of some young Nigerians hoisting Russia’s national flag during the ongoing national protests in the country, saying it was disrespectful to Nigeria’s sovereignty.
Margif expressed his thoughts in an interview in Abuja on Tuesday.
He described the development as worrisome, treasonable, and indicative of ignorance on the part of the protesters.
The LP chieftain lauded President Bola Tinubu’s swift action when he directed the nation’s security chiefs to promptly crackdown on the culprits and bring them to book.
“Firstly, I commend President Bola Tinubu for his bold step when he swiftly directed the nation’s security officials to apprehend the culprits and bring them to book.
“A protest situation whereby foreign flags are flown within the sovereignty of Nigeria by some aggrieved Nigerians, no matter their grievances, is disturbing, worrisome, treasonable, and unacceptable.
“This behaviour has the potential to worsen an already bad situation, which has culminated in the unfortunate loss of lives and properties; so we must acknowledge and support the president’s efforts,” he said.
The politician noted that, apart from the treasonable actions of some individuals, others were exploiting the protests to wantonly loot and destroy properties, which were all at the nation’s peril.
Margif said that the recent national broadcast by President Tinubu, which disclosed the disbursement of N570 billion to the 36 state governments in the country called for proper accountability on the part of state governors.
He said that, given this development, and against the Supreme Court’s recent ruling on local government autonomy, it was clear that the state governors must be held responsible for the management of the funds.
“I urge Nigerians to redirect their focus from the national hunger protests to state-level protests.
“Let us commend the President for all his efforts and offer our support as he works towards achieving the New Hope Agenda.
“Together we can build a better Nigeria of our collective dreams,” he said.
NAN recalls that the President had on Monday directed security agencies to crack down on individuals who were seen flying the Russian flag in the country during the protests.
The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, who briefed State House correspondents after the National Security Council meeting, said the President had given them the marching order after they briefed him on the protests.
Protesting Nigerians hoisting Russian flag worrisome, treasonable, says Chief Yohanna Margif, Labour Party chieftain
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Mutiny: Presidential Guard Tightens Security Around Niger Presidency Amid Reports of Military Protest
Mutiny: Presidential Guard Tightens Security Around Niger Presidency Amid Reports of Military Protest
By Zagazola Makama
Security was significantly reinforced around Niger’s Presidential Palace in Niamey following reports of unrest involving elements of the country’s armed forces, security sources told Zagazola Makama.
According to multiple security sources, the heightened deployment of the Presidential Guard, supported by armoured vehicles around the Presidential Palace on the night of July 3 and into July 4, followed what was described as a limited protest by personnel of an armoured unit within the Niger Armed Forces (FAN).
The sources said some soldiers reportedly declined deployment to frontline positions in northern Tillabéri Region, particularly around Inatès and Chinagodrar, citing inadequate heavy equipment and insufficient operational resources to confront the growing security threats in the area.
The protest was described by one source as a “small mutiny,” although there has been no official confirmation from the Nigerien authorities.
Security sources said the development triggered concern within the country’s leadership, prompting the reinforcement of security around the Presidential Palace and temporary restrictions on movement in the surrounding area as a precautionary measure.
The Tillabéri Region remains one of Niger’s most volatile security zones, with recurrent attacks by armed extremist groups, including factions linked to the so-called Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS).
As of the time of filing this report, the Nigerien government and military authorities had not issued any official statement regarding the reported protest or the increased security presence around the Presidency.
The situation remains under close observation.
Mutiny: Presidential Guard Tightens Security Around Niger Presidency Amid Reports of Military Protest
Two suspected criminals arrested during patrol in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 1 under Operation Enduring Peace have arrested two suspected criminals during a routine patrol in Jos East Local Government Area of Plateau.
Security sources disclosed that the suspects, identified as Azi Ezekiel, 21, and Ajiji Emmanuel, 19, were apprehended at about 10:30 a.m. on Saturday along the road leading to Forbur Village.
The sources said the suspects were intercepted by troops of Sector 1, Sub-Sector 12, while conducting a routine patrol in the area.
According to the sources, the two suspects have been handed over to the Keystone Police Station in Forbur for further investigation and possible prosecution.
The arrest forms part of ongoing security operations aimed at combating criminal activities and enhancing safety across Plateau State.
Two suspected criminals arrested during patrol in Plateau
Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Plateau community
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 4 of Operation Enduring Peace have arrested a suspected kidnapper during a security operation in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau.
Security sources said the suspect, identified as Mohamdu Surajo, 29, was arrested at about 6:45 p.m. on Friday at Sabon Layi Village following sustained security operations in the area.
The sources disclosed that the suspect is currently in military custody and is undergoing preliminary interrogation to aid ongoing investigations.
They added that the arrest is part of continued efforts by security forces to dismantle criminal networks and enhance security across Plateau State.
Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Plateau community
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