The British government has warned against “non-democratic” change of government
in Nigeria, amid speculations about military coup as concerns grow over
President Muhammadu Buhari’s health.
“The British government believes that democracy is actually critical in
Nigeria,” the United Kingdom High Commissioner to Nigeria, Paul Arkwright, said
on Wednesday.
“There are elections. If you’re not
happy with your leaders then you should change your leadership through the
democratic process and through elections.”
The High Commissioner spoke on the sidelines of an event held in Abuja to
formally launch a new report on corruption in Nigeria which was put together by
UK policy think-tank, Chatham House.
His comments came a day after the Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai, warned of
undue interactions between Army officers and politicians, as concerns mount
over Mr. Buhari’s health.
The president traveled to London last week for medical treatment for an
undisclosed ailment, just over a month after returning to Nigeria from an
extended medical leave abroad.
“Any officer or soldier of Nigerian Army found to be hobnobbing with such
elements or engaged in unprofessional conducts such as politicking would have
himself or herself to blame,” the Army said in a statement signed by its
spokesperson, Sani Usman, a brigadier general.
Although the statement cited “political reasons” as grounds for the purported
discussions between some military officers and politicians, it was silent on
the specific discussions that took place or the individuals involved.
But earlier in the week, military source said that the Army leadership was
unsettled by growing speculation of possible coup d’etat by officers within its
rank and file. -
It further learnt that Mr. Buratai, a lieutenant general, had raised the issue
with Acting President Yemi Osinbajo and promised to nip it in the bud.
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“Any officer or soldier of Nigerian Army found to be hobnobbing with such elements or engaged in unprofessional conducts such as politicking would have himself or herself to blame,” the Army said in a statement signed by its spokesperson, Sani Usman, a brigadier general.
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Brutai and his British Governmet are cowards, there is nothing like Coup, if Millitary want to carry on coup, they don't announce such actions. It always happen surprinsly, evil mind are making them to fear.They knew that 90% of Nigerians are no more happy about the condition of the country Nigeria, barking like a mad dog cannot solve the problems. ok
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ReplyDeleteIs it not the same Britain that put us in this mess due to unlawful amalgamation.
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