The Nigeria Police Force has arrested a young man, identified as Ahmed Tailor, for allegedly sponsoring and distributing Russian flags to protesters in Kano State.

According to Force Public Relations Officer Olumuyiwa Adejobi, Tailor was apprehended with seven Russian flags in his possession.

Adejobi stated that Tailor is a key suspect in the promotion of treasonous activities, including the display of Russian flags and calls for anarchy in Kano and across Nigeria.

“Ahmed Tailor arrested in Kano today with seven more flags. He is one of the sponsors of treasonable felony, flying Russian flags and calling for anarchy in Kano, Nigeria at large,” Adejobi said.