A Federal High Court in Abuja has issued arrest warrants for British citizen Andrew Wynne and several Nigerians accused of treason and terrorism. The charges include plotting to overthrow President Tinubu and attacks on government buildings. The court's decision follows recent detentions of protesters on similar charges.
On September 3, 2024, a Federal High Court in Abuja issued a warrant for the arrest of British citizen Andrew Wynne and several Nigerians, including Lucky Ehis Obiyan and Comrade Abdullahi Musa.
The arrest warrants stem from accusations of treason, terrorism, and conspiracy to overthrow President Bola Tinubu. The Inspector-General of Police, represented by Audu Garba, filed an ex-parte motion detailing allegations that Wynne and the others were involved in plotting the removal of Tinubu and orchestrating attacks on various government buildings, including the High Court Complex and government offices in Kano and Kaduna. The court granted the application, allowing police and security agencies to pursue and arrest the accused.
This legal action follows the recent detention of ten protesters charged with similar offenses, who are currently held in Kuje and Suleija Correctional Centres. The case highlights ongoing tensions and concerns regarding political dissent and security in Nigeria.
