Several sources have told SaharaReporters the Nigerian police in Uyo,
capital of Akwa Ibom State, today shot dead three protesting students
at the University of Uyo.
One of our sources said he was certain only of
one casualty, but the other said the figure was higher. Several sources disclosed that the students were demonstrating against the introduction of transport fees.
Eyewitnesses said a peaceful procession on campus turned violent,
leading to the burning down of the vice chancellor’s office located at
Ikpa Road in Uyo.
“At least three students were shot and killed by the police,” said a
student source. He added that the police contingent had been brought in
to quell the uprising.
Unconfirmed reports said university officials have closed down the school indefinitely after the protests that turned violent.
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