‘Kano protesters have Russian flags’ – Bashir Ahmad urges Nigerian govt to take action

Former President Muhammadu Buhari’s Special Assistant on Digital Communication, Bashir Ahmad, has raised an alarm that protesters in Kano State have been found with Russian flags.

Ahmad, in a post on his X handle on Saturday, said it’s crucial for authorities to closely monitor the situation and take necessary precautions.

He said: “Russian flags have been seen among protesters in some parts of the country. It’s crucial for authorities to closely monitor the situation and take necessary precautions. This may indicate various underlying sentiments or influences that need to be carefully assessed and addressed by the government.”