Accused Briton Claims Innocence, Unaware of Fugitive Status

• I am not Evading the Law and Willing to Cooperate With Nigerian Authorities-Andrew Wynne

Andrew Wynne, a British national, has denied allegations by the Nigerian Police Force that he plotted to overthrow President Bola Tinubu’s democratically elected government. In an exclusive interview, Wynne claimed he is not evading the law and is willing to cooperate with Nigerian authorities.

Wynne, who has visited Nigeria for 25 years and operated a bookshop in Abuja for seven years, expressed surprise at being declared a fugitive. He offered to discuss the matter with the police via WhatsApp, Zoom, or in person at the Nigerian High Commission in London.

Wynne’s Nigerian wife defended him, stating that the allegations are false and motivated by a personal dispute. She claimed that her husband is being accused because someone named Mr. Olumide owes him money and refuses to pay.

The Nigerian Police Force had earlier accused Wynne of building a network of sleeper cells to cause chaos and topple the government. They alleged that he received foreign funding to destabilize the country and orchestrate violent protests.

The police claim that Wynne, also known as Andrew Povich or Drew Povey, rented a space in Abuja for a bookshop and established a school as a cover for his subversive activities. They believe he has fled the country along with his local coordinator, Obiyan.