The protest by members of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria, which began from NITEL junction at Wuse 2, was disrupted by armed policemen who had cordoned off the road leading to the National Assembly and Three Arms Zone.
Live ammunition was fired at the protesters as they advanced toward the Eagle Square leading to commotion and pandemonium in the area.
2019-07-22
Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria
The Police
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