Abubakar Adamu, a Nigerian citizen, is seeking urgent repatriation from Russia after allegedly being deceived into joining the Russian military.
He was promised a civilian security guard job but had his travel documents seized upon arrival and was forced to sign enlistment papers in Russian without an interpreter.
Adamu’s legal representatives argued that he didn’t understand the contract due to the language barrier and cite “Non Est Factum” and fundamental misrepresentation.
They’re demanding Russia halt his deployment, return his documents, and facilitate repatriation.
This case follows reports of African nationals being recruited into Russia’s military under false pretenses, with promises of high salaries and citizenship.
Many are forced into combat zones with minimal training, facing racial abuse and coercion.
Ukraine’s Foreign Minister disclosed over 1,400 Africans from 36 countries are fighting for Russia, with many held as prisoners of war.
The Russian Ambassador to Nigeria denied state-sponsored recruitment, saying any involvement is by illegal organizations.
However, Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs hasn’t commented on Adamu’s appeal, sparking calls for swift diplomatic action.
