Man Shot Dead by Police as Massive Protest Erupts at Akowonjo, Lagos

Irate youths have taken to the streets in massive protest after an operative of the Nigerian Police, allegedly shot a man dead at the Akowonjo area of Lagos.

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According to a report by Daily Sun, irate youths are currently protesting at the Akowonjo area of a Lagos State, after a trigger-happy policemen allegedly killed a man at Sabo Bus-stop.

 

The young man was reportedly shot dead at Erico Hotel, forcing angry residents to take to the streets.

 

At the time of filing this report, most outlets in the neighbourhood have been shut and houses locked.

 

Heavily armed policemen have been deployed to the area to prevent vandalism and other social vices.

 

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