Nigerian Police have arrested six Spanish nationals accused of funding recent protests across the country. The arrests, part of a broader crackdown on foreign interference, come amid intensified demonstrations in Port Harcourt and other cities. Authorities are monitoring and responding to the unrest as it evolves.
In a significant development, the Nigerian Police have arrested six Spanish nationals allegedly involved in sponsoring recent protests across the country. Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun announced the arrests during a briefing at the Defence Headquarters in Abuja, citing the need to address foreign interference in local unrest.
These arrests are part of a broader crackdown on those funding and organizing protests, which have seen rioters waving foreign flags and calling for governmental changes. In Kano, six Spanish individuals were detained along with 76 others, including a tailor accused of making Russian flags for the protests. The Nigerian Immigration Service has placed these diaspora sponsors on a watchlist, while the military has warned against potential anarchy.
Protests in Port Harcourt and other areas have intensified, with demonstrators blocking major roads and demanding government action. Meanwhile, Kaduna has experienced a lull due to a curfew, and Abuja protests have dwindled as restrictions take effect. The government continues to monitor and respond to the situation as it evolves.
