Nigeria, Abuja, IMN, Quds Day, Pro‑Palestinian, Security, Protest
On International Quds Day, a Shiite Muslim group—the Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN)—held a pro‑Palestinian march in Abuja. What began as a peaceful rally escalated when Nigerian security forces clashed with demonstrators. According to police, one officer and five IMN members were killed; 19 protestors were arrested .
IMN officials claimed their group was peaceful, condemning the forceful response. Meanwhile, security officials insisted IMN members were armed with firearms and swords, prompting a defensive reaction . Amnesty International has demanded an independent investigation into possible excessive force by the military .
📌 Takeaways:
The tragic deaths raise fresh concerns over freedom of assembly and security protocols.
IMN remains banned; calls grow louder for transparent investigations.
The incident intensifies scrutiny of Nigeria’s handling of religious and political demonstrations.
Adedayo Obadina
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