It’s a tense and chaotic scene unfolding at the Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos, as police have resorted to using tear gas against protesters who had gathered to voice their frustrations with the state of governance in the country.
The protesters, undeterred by the heavy security presence, stood their ground, determined to make their voices heard.
In the nation’s capital, Abuja, a similar situation occurred at the Eagles Square, where police once again turned to tear gas and pepper spray to disperse the crowd of demonstrators.
In a particularly poignant moment, a mother, holding her baby, confronted the officers, daring them to shoot, but was met with more of the same harsh tactics.
These events underscore the growing discontent among the Nigerian people, who are fed up with the lack of progress and the perceived indifference of those in power.
The protesters are demanding change, and they are willing to risk their safety to make their message clear. It remains to be seen how the authorities will respond to these growing calls for reform and accountability