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Businessman Killed by Stray Bullet Amidst Violent Protest in Kebbi
A tragic incident occurred in Kebbi State when a businessman was killed by a stray bullet during a violent protest in the Yauri local government area.
The victim, who was selling plastics in his shop, was struck by a bullet fired by marine police stationed near the Yauri River.
The protest, which had initially begun as a demonstration, intensified as protesters blocked the federal highway, leading to severe traffic disruptions entering Yauri town.
In response to the escalating unrest, the marine police resorted to firing shots to disperse the crowd.
Unfortunately, one of these shots went astray and struck the businessman, whose name has not yet been released.
The local community, represented by Malam Umar Bako Yelwa, expressed concern over the situation, indicating that the protest had significantly affected the town’s operations.
Attempts to reach the Kebbi State Command of the Nigeria Police Force for an official comment were unsuccessful, as the police spokesperson, SP Nafiu Abubakar, did not respond to inquiries made via calls or text messages.
Despite the chaos in Yauri, the state capital, Birnin Kebbi, remains relatively calm in the aftermath of the protests.
It has been reported that Bola Ahmed Tinubu was absent at the commissioning of the Opebi-Mende Link Bridge, which took place on April 8, 2026.
However, Senate President Godswill Akpabio represented the President and carried out the ceremony.
As he commissioned the project, he stated “On behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, I commission these projects.”
Residents of Lagos should prepare for traffic disruptions as several roads will be closed due to the visit of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who is set to commission infrastructural projects.
The commissioning will take place on April 8 and 9, 2026.
Affected areas on Wednesday (April 8):
Opebi, Allen Avenue, Ikeja, Ojota, and Victoria Island.
Affected areas on Thursday (April 9):
Lekki-Epe Expressway, Ikoyi, Victoria Island, and Ajegunle.
Motorists are advised to plan alternative routes and expect heavy traffic during these periods.
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