A young Nigerian man has stirred widespread attention on social media after publicly announcing that he has joined the Russian military. Identified on the platform X (formerly Twitter) as @AbbakarAffan, the individual shared a photo of himself at a Nigerian airport, revealing that he had officially departed the country to begin his new journey with Russia’s armed forces.
In the now-viral post, he wrote, “I’ve been selected for the Russian army. Your prayers are needed. Contract signed with the Ministry of Defense.” The post quickly gained traction, sparking mixed reactions online.
To further support his claim, he uploaded a screenshot of an alleged conversation confirming the approval of his application and the granting of Russian citizenship. The message reportedly instructed him to report to a “Special Military Operations unit”—a term commonly linked to Russia’s military activities in Ukraine.
While the authenticity of the claims is yet to be verified by official sources, the story has fueled intense discussion on social media, especially in light of global conversations surrounding migration and international military recruitment.
The announcement quickly sparked reactions across X, with users expressing a mix of shock, concern, and scepticism.
While some users praised his boldness and congratulated him, others raised questions about the potential risks involved in joining a foreign army—especially during wartime.
Superintendent of Police Bright Edafe (@Brightgoldenboy) responded pointedly, “Have you heard of village people before? Wisdom bro.”
Another user, @Melebroz1, cautioned:
“Please don’t forget to carry everyone along when you’re posted to Ukraine. Just a reminder: you might be deployed there without receiving proper training beforehand.”
