The Russian Embassy in Nigeria issued a statement on Monday, claiming that its officials are not involved in or coordinating the activities of individuals waving Russian flags during the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests.

The embassy emphasized that neither the Russian government nor any of its representatives are associated with the protesters or their activities. This statement aims to clarify any misconceptions about Russian involvement in the ongoing demonstrations across Nigeria.

It was unclear why protesters began using Russian flags to demonstrate against the Tinubu government, particularly in Kano and Kaduna States, but it is believed that this was because Russia, through President Vladimir Putin, is reportedly collaborating with the military junta in neighbouring Niger Republic against the harsh and compromising policies of the dethroned democratic government of Mohamed Bazoum.

Nigerians gathered in large numbers to protest the removal of fuel and electricity subsidies, the devaluation of the Nigerian currency, and the severe economic crisis inflicted on citizens as a result of increasing prices of food and other essential item.