British man Andrew Wynne accused of plotting in Nigeria

Andrew Wynne, a British national, has been accused by Nigeria's police of plotting to overthrow the government, leading to a bounty being placed on his head. The allegations surfaced following protests in Nigeria, which were sparked by rising living costs. Wynne, who has lived in Nigeria for 25 years and operates a bookshop in Abuja, expressed confusion over the accusations and stated he was unaware of any wrongdoing. He offered to engage with Nigerian officials to clarify the situation. The police spokesperson claimed that Wynne had established a network of sleeper cells aimed at destabilizing the country and had fled Nigeria after the protests. Ten Nigerians were charged with treason in connection with the protests, and authorities alleged that they collaborated with Wynne. The protests, which were organized through social media and supported by trade unions, turned violent, resulting in several deaths. Wynne refuted the claims, emphasizing his long-standing presence in Nigeria without any previous issues with law enforcement. He highlighted that he had operated his bookshop at the Nigeria Labour Congress headquarters for seven years without attracting police attention. The police further alleged that Wynne had rented space at the Labour House to facilitate his activities. The situation has raised concerns about the political climate in Nigeria, particularly regarding the government's response to dissent. As the protests highlighted widespread discontent, the accusations against Wynne may reflect broader tensions within the country, as authorities seek to address the unrest and maintain control.