FCT Police Fire Teargas at Protesters Heading to Eagles Square, Arrest Journalists and Many Others
In a tense and dramatic turn of events, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) police fired teargas canisters at protesters heading to Eagles Square, arresting journalists and many others in the process. The protesters, who had spent over two hours at the MKO Abiola Stadium, moved out and marched towards the Eagles Square, despite a Federal High Court ruling restricting the protest to the stadium.
Eyewitnesses reported that the heavily armed security operatives, who were deployed at National Assembly Junction, fired teargas canisters to disperse the protesters. The chaotic scene led to the arrest of several journalists, as well as many protesters, who were attempting to exercise their constitutional right to peaceful assembly.
The protest, which was reportedly peaceful, was met with a heavy-handed response from the security forces. The exact number of arrests and injuries is still unclear, but eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic and intense.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage and concern, with many calling for an investigation into the actions of the security forces. The FCT police have yet to issue a statement on the incident, but the situation is being closely monitored by human rights organizations and other stakeholders.
As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the authorities will respond to the growing calls for accountability and transparency. One thing is clear, however: the actions of the security forces have sparked a national conversation about the limits of police power and the importance of protecting the rights of peaceful protesters.
