Video Emerges of Thugs Threatening Traders Ahead of Nationwide Protests in Nigeria.
A shocking video has emerged of thugs threatening market traders in Lagos on the eve of nationwide protests slated to begin August 1st. In the widely shared video, members of a group are seen going around a market, issuing very stern threats to the traders to do something or face their wrath.
Warns the traders, “Nigerians, you are not the only people hungry. Do not come out on August 1st to protest. Well, if you get the mind to come out, see what will happen to you as captured in the video.”.
The threats have alarmed members of the public and sounded possibilities of violence and disorder in the protests scheduled to take place in a few weeks. The video definitely increases fears about the safety and security of people who plan to participate or support upcoming demonstrations against bad governance.
The situation is well followed by the authorities and civil society groups, as public outcry demands increased security measures for protection against peaceful protesters and a safe right to demonstration without intimidation or harm.
Watch the video below:
Video: Ahead of nationwide protests, thugs threaten market traders
As Nigeria prepares for nationwide protests against poor governance starting August 1, a concerning video has emerged showing thugs intimidating market traders on Lagos Island.
The footage, which has been widely… pic.twitter.com/7yGl8xXlUa
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