A peaceful demonstration calling for the release of Nnamdi Kanu in Abuja reportedly turned chaotic when security agents used tear gas and fired shots into the air to disperse protesters. Although live rounds were discharged, there is no confirmation that the bullets were directed at protesters, and no casualties have been recorded.
The protest, led by activist Omoyele Sowore and members of the #RevolutionNow movement, took place in Abuja. The demonstrators were demanding the freedom of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Their plan was to march toward Aso Rock Villa, Nigeria’s presidential seat of power.
However, protesters defied police restrictions and continued their march, insisting on proceeding with their peaceful protest despite heavy security presence.
The protest was later interrupted when combined security teams — including the Police, Army, and Department of State Services (DSS) — intervened. They released tear gas and fired live ammunition into the air to scatter the crowd.
While the use of force created panic, there are no verified reports that any protester was shot or killed during the incident.
Videos circulating online capture the tense moments when Sowore and several protesters ran for safety as gunshots rang out. Some protesters could be heard shouting defiantly, saying, “Tear gas cannot stop us!” even as they fled the scene.
As of October 20, 2025, updates confirm that the Abuja protest was forcefully dispersed by security operatives. No injuries or deaths have been officially confirmed.
Police Brutalise, Arrest Nnamdi Kanu’s Lawyer, Brother At #FreeNnamdiKanuNow Protest In Abuja
The Nigerian Police have arrested Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer, Aloy Ejimakor, and his brother, Prince Emmanuel Kanu, over the ongoing #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest in Abuja.
Confirming the development, human rights activist and convener of the Take It Back movement, Omoyele Sowore, demanded their immediate release by the Nigerian police authorities.
"The PoliceNG team deployed to brutalize #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protesters arrested Nnamdi Kanu's brother, and his lawyer, Aloy Ejimakor, as well as innocent bystanders," he posted on his social media handles Monday.
The Nigerian Police have arrested Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer, Aloy Ejimakor, and his brother, Prince Emmanuel Kanu, over the ongoing #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest in Abuja.
Confirming the development, human rights activist and convener of the Take It Back movement, Omoyele Sowore, demanded their immediate release by the Nigerian police authorities.
"The PoliceNG team deployed to brutalize #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protesters arrested Nnamdi Kanu's brother, and his lawyer, Aloy Ejimakor, as well as innocent bystanders," he posted on his social media handles Monday.
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