Shitte Protest: Two Feared Dead As Police Issues Warning Notice
The Nigeria Police Force has issued warning notice to Abuja residents over the ongoing protest by members of Islamic Movement of Nigeria also known as Shitte.
The Police in a statement issued on Monday by Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Frank Mba advised residents to remain calm, stating that the situation will be put under control.
The statement read:
”There is a violent protest currently ongoing by members of the El-Zakzakky Group in some parts of the FCT – particularly the Central Business District and the Three Arms Zone. The Police are taking adequate measures to bring the situation under control.”
”Citizens are advised to remain calm and avoid the affected areas in the interim. The Police will keep the public abreast with further development. ”
Our correspondent reports that at least two persons have been reportedly shot dead in a clash involving aggrieved members of Shitte.
A Channels TV reporter was also shot during the protest.
