*Says It Can't Interfere In Nigeria, Other Nations Affairs
The Russian Embassy in Nigeria on Monday said it was not linked to any group of protesters in Nigeria waving Russian flags.
It declared that the country does not interfere in another country’s internal affairs.
This was contained in a statement issued by the Russian Embassy in Nigeria.
It stressed that Russia respects the sovereignty of other countries, including Nigeria, and the actions of the protesters do not reflect any official Russian government policy or position.
The statement reads “The Embassy has noted the reports in Nigerian media and the circulation of videos and images in digital media depicting protesters in northern states of the country carrying Russian flags and chanting slogans to Russian President Vladimir Putin.
“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.
“As always, we emphasize that Russia does not interfere in the domestic affairs of foreign states, including Nigeria.
"These 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.
“We respect Nigerian democracy and believe that peaceful demonstrations in conformity with the Nigerian law are a manifestation of democracy.
"However, should these events lead to any disruptions or acts of violence we strictly condemn them.” it added