Human rights organisation Amnesty International has accused Nigerian police of using excessive force during the #EndBadGovernance protests held nationwide between August 1 and 10. The demonstrations were sparked by public outrage over harsh economic conditions in the country.
In a statement released today, Amnesty International claimed that police actions during the protests resulted in the deaths of at least 24 people across six states, including Borno, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Jigawa, and Niger. The victims reportedly included 20 young people, two children, and an older individual.
Isa Sanusi, Director of Amnesty International Nigeria, condemned what he described as “unbelievable lawlessness,” accusing security personnel of firing live ammunition at peaceful protesters. He also suggested that the actual death toll might be higher, citing alleged efforts by authorities to conceal the scale of the violence.
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The Nigerian police are yet to respond to these allegations reigniting calls for accountability and respect for citizens’ rights to peaceful protest in the country.
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