Armed security operatives used teargas to disperse protesters marching from the MKO Abiola National Stadium to Eagle Square at 12:55 PM today.
This occurred at the Central Business District junction near the United Nations building. One protester is feared dead after being shot while trying to escape.
The protesters began their march at 12:39 PM and regrouped at the MKO Abiola National Stadium by 1:50 PM, engaging in a shouting match with security forces.
They warned against the use of brute force to stop the protest and demanded that President Tinubu address their grievances.
The protesters are calling for the return of fuel subsidies to reduce petrol prices and an end to corruption in the subsidy regime.
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They chanted slogans like “End Bad Government” and “Bring Back Subsidy” as they marched.
Earlier in the day, protesters had gathered in different parts of Abuja, including the Berger Roundabout in Wuse Zone 6, as early as 9:06 AM, before marching to the MKO Abiola Stadium.
A helicopter was spotted flying over the stadium as protesters gathered, adding to the tense atmosphere.
Security forces, including personnel from the Army Headquarters Garrison Command, NSCDC, and DSS, are present, with FCT Commissioner of Police Bennett Igweh visiting the area earlier.
