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The world’s attention has been focussed on Ukraine after President Putin ordered Russian troops to begin a large-scale military attack on its smaller neighbour.

In Africa, the influence of Russia has been extending across the continent, leading to a range of opinions about Putin’s leadership, ambition and power.

And while it might be many miles away, what’s happening in Ukraine has been a topic of debate on social media among Africans.

So, how is the conflict is being viewed in Nigeria – which has a sizeable expat population in Ukraine? And which governments are relying on Russia for military support?

HOST: Alan Kasujja (@kasujja)

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