A s nationwide protests against hunger and poor governance entered their fifth day, President Bola Tinubu convened a National Security Council meeting to address rising security threats and the recent troubling trend of protesters hoisting Russian flags in some northern states.
The meeting, held at the State House in Abuja, was attended by key figures including Vice President Kashim Shettima, Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila, and National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu. Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa led the briefing, condemning the display of foreign flags as a "treasonable offense" and asserting that such actions would be met with legal repercussions.
General Musa emphasized the seriousness of the situation, noting that while the protests began as peaceful, they had been infiltrated by individuals seeking to incite violence and chaos. He warned against any attempts to disrupt Nigeria's sovereignty, particularly by flying foreign flags, which he described as unacceptable and punishable under Nigerian law.
Addressing concerns about a potential coup, General Musa assured that the military would not tolerate any actions aimed at undermining Nigeria's democracy. He refuted allegations of soldiers being involved in looting, calling them misconceptions, and stressed that the military was committed to maintaining peace and order.
The meeting also discussed ongoing issues related to the protests, including the identification and prosecution of those responsible for the provocative actions. General Musa and other officials reiterated their commitment to defending Nigeria's democratic institutions and maintaining national security amid the ongoing unrest.
0 Comments