In a troubling escalation of tensions, police in Abuja have begun attacking protesters who gathered to voice their grievances against the Nigerian government. Videos circulating on social media show chaotic scenes as police deploy tear gas and live ammunition to disperse crowds, raising alarms about the safety of demonstrators.
The protests, which are part of a larger movement calling for an end to economic hardship and government mismanagement, have seen thousands take to the streets across Nigeria. Many participants are demanding immediate action from the government to address soaring living costs and widespread insecurity.
