In a significant development, the Nigerian Police Force has declared Andrew Wynne, a British national, as wanted in connection with an alleged conspiracy to undermine Nigeria’s democratic government under President Bola Tinubu.
Known also by the names Andrew Povich and Drew Povey, Wynne is accused of masterminding a scheme aimed at destabilizing the country and orchestrating an unconstitutional regime change.
The police spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, detailed that Wynne’s covert operations were conducted under the cover of legitimate businesses. He reportedly rented a property at Labour House in Abuja, where he established the “Iva Valley Bookshop” and founded the “STARS of Nations Schools.” These entities were allegedly used as fronts for his subversive activities aimed at destabilizing the Nigerian government.
Adejobi revealed that authorities have gathered substantial documentary evidence and confessions that implicate Wynne in orchestrating and financing a series of disruptive protests that occurred in August. He is accused of providing financial support, operational guidance, and strategic direction to various operatives involved in the plot.
The evidence points to Wynne’s active role in issuing directives, monitoring the protests, and advancing his destabilization agenda.
Additionally, the Nigerian Police Force has summoned Comrade Joe Ajaero, the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), for questioning. Ajaero, who is a tenant at Labour House where Wynne’s purported operations were based, is being investigated for any potential involvement or connections to the alleged plot.
“The Nigeria Police Force is conducting a thorough investigation into the involvement of both foreign nationals and local accomplices in efforts to undermine Nigeria’s democratic institutions,” Adejobi stated.
Adejobi elaborated that initial findings suggest the suspects were engaged in a range of unlawful activities, including inciting violence, spreading false information, and creating widespread chaos to justify their illegal aims.
In a related development, the police have apprehended nine individuals who are suspected of receiving substantial financial backing from foreign sources to aid their destabilization efforts. This comes on the heels of the Department of State Services (DSS) arresting several Polish nationals in Kano during the protests, who were subsequently released after several weeks in detention.
As the investigation continues, authorities are working to uncover the full scope of the conspiracy and ensure that all those responsible are held accountable.
