The protest, which began at the popular Berger Bus Stop, was heading towards the Federal Secretariat, where the protesters planned to present their demands to the government. Â
Armed policemen on Friday fired teargas at peaceful protesters marching towards Eagle Square in Abuja to demand an end to rising insecurity, the release of abducted school children, and improved governance.
The protest, which began at the popular Berger Bus Stop, was heading towards the Federal Secretariat, where the protesters planned to present their demands to the government. Â
However, the demonstration was disrupted as security operatives stationed around Eagle Square fired teargas canisters at close range at the crowd as they approached the area.
Human rights activist and protest leader, Omoyele Sowore, was among those affected after he was hit with teargas at close range.Â
He inhaled the fumes and experienced difficulty breathing, prompting fellow protesters to quickly move him away from the scene and provide assistance.
Surprisingly the police fired another round of teargas while Sowore was receiving attention, causing confusion and panic among protesters and commuters in the area.Â
Despite the disruption, the protesters later regrouped and continued their march, vowing not to be deterred by what they described as harassment and intimidation.
Sowore while addressing journalists said Nigerians must be liberated from the shackles of oppressors.Â
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