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Visit13 Killed in Nigeria Protests Over High Cost of Living Clampdown by Security Forces
Aug 2, 2024, 07:59 AM
At least 13 people have been killed in Nigeria following a clampdown by security forces on protests against the high cost of living. The demonstrations, which took place in several cities, saw protesters marching through the streets chanting 'We are hungry.' The protests highlight the growing discontent in Africa’s most populous nation over economic hardships. Initial reports indicated at least three fatalities, but the number has since risen. Police fired gunshots and tear gas to quell the mass protests.
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