- Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has alleged that police fired live bullets at peaceful protesters during the #FreeNnamdiKanu rally in Abuja.
- He claimed the incident occurred near Transcorp Hilton, adding that some protesters, including Nnamdi Kanu’s brother and lawyer, were arrested and beaten before being taken to the FCT Police Command.
Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has accused the Nigerian police of firing live bullets at peaceful protesters during Monday’s #FreeNnamdiKanu rally in Abuja.
Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, Sowore alleged that security forces opened fire shortly after the protest began in front of the Transcorp Hilton.
He also said some protesters, including Nnamdi Kanu’s younger brother and lawyer, were arrested and allegedly beaten before being taken to the FCT Police Command.
“Eventually, they did arrest some people. I heard Nnamdi Kanu’s younger brother was arrested and beaten, and his lawyer was also arrested and beaten. They’ve all been taken to the FCT Command.
“There were about 10 trucks that arrived as soon as we started the protest. There was no provocation on our part, like we had promised, it was an orderly and peaceful protest.
“Suddenly, from nowhere, they started shooting at us, tear gas, and some live bullets were fired. Luckily, I don’t think anybody was hit with live bullets, but they were just shooting all around us,” he said.
In other news…Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has reportedly moved out of her husband Senator Ned Nwoko’s residence following allegations of domestic violence.
The development comes after a viral video surfaced online showing the actress in tears, lamenting about the situation in her marriage. In the clip, Regina could be heard saying,
“In Ned Nwoko’s house I am nothing, but in my house I am a queen. I cannot stand the violence, it is too much.”
According to movie producer Stanley On-Top, who shared the video, thugs allegedly sent by the lawmaker attacked the actress, but her brothers stepped in to defend her.
Sources close to the actress claim she has since left her marital home to stay with family members for her safety.
As of the time of this report, neither Regina Daniels nor Senator Ned Nwoko has publicly addressed the allegations. The incident has continued to spark widespread concern and debate on social media, with fans urging authorities to investigate and ensure Regina’s well-being.
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