News
Dubai returnee, two others killed as Enugu traders protest
Bonaventure Nwodo, a Dubai returnee, was among the three people who were reportedly killed in a protest following the sealing of their shops in Ogbete Main Market, Enugu State, by Governor Peter Mbah over noncompliance with his ban on sit-at-home.
It was gathered that several others were also injured during the protest that occurred on Wednesday, July 26.
According to reports, the protest turned violent after security operatives allegedly opened fire, killing at least three persons and injuring others.
ALSO READ: Resident doctors declare indefinite strike
However, the Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, Enugu State Command, DSP Daniel Ndukwe, in a statement said the protest turned violent after it was hijacked.
“Normalcy has been restored at Ogbete Market Enugu and its surroundings.
The initially peaceful protest was hijacked and made to become violent,” he said.
-
Business1 week agoOPay explains how Nigerians can access FG’s N50,000 monthly cash relief
-
Comments and Issues6 days ago2027 Poll and the vote peddlers of Nigeria
-
Features5 days agoHow ADC leadership crisis put Atiku’s 2027 ambition at risk
-
Energy5 days agoNNPC plans 5–10% stock market listing, targets 2027 for IPO preparations
-
Business5 days agoLoveWorld Expo 2026 to showcase global innovations, emerging technologies in Lagos
-
Latest7 days agoEl-Rufai mobilises supporters for ADC ahead of 2027 elections
-
Latest5 days ago2027: No Court rulings can keep me off the ballot, Atiku insists
-
Latest6 days agoNDC faults Tinubu’s $7.7bn external loan request, raises debt concerns