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Security personnel, including police and military forces, have cordoned off the Unity Fountain site of the #FreeNnamdiKanu protests in Abuja.
The demonstrators gathered in the nation’s capital on Monday, calling for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).
Kanu, the beleaguered leader of IPOB, has been in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) since his re-arrest in June 2021.
Omoyele Sowore, an activist and publisher of Sahara Reporters, announced that a protest march to the presidential villa concerning Kanu’s ongoing detention is scheduled for October 20.
Police officers were observed blocking the starting point of the protest. Heavily armed security personnel patrolled the area, restricting access for both motorists and pedestrians.
Likewise, all access routes to the federal secretariat and the three arms zones in the capital were obstructed.
Reports indicate that in the Utako area, a joint team of army and police used tear gas against a crowd gathered near the secretariat of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ).
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the purpose of the protests in Abuja?
The protests aimed to demand the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).
When is the next protest scheduled?
The next protest is scheduled for October 20, focusing on Kanu’s continued detention.
What actions did the police take during the protests?
The police blocked the starting point of the protest and restricted access to various areas in the capital, including the federal secretariat.
