‘Accountability elusive’ a year after Nigeria protest killings: Amnesty
Summary
Amnesty International reports that the Nigerian government has not held anyone accountable a year after police killed 24 people during protests against high living costs. Amnesty says the police denied using excessive force and that no security personnel have been prosecuted. The protests were in response to economic hardships caused by government reforms.Key Facts
- Amnesty International stated that 24 people died when police shot protesters in August 2024 in Nigeria.
- The protests were against rising living costs following government economic reforms.
- Police reportedly used live bullets at close range on protesters.
- No law enforcement members have faced charges for the deaths.
- Amnesty condemned the Nigerian government's "sham trials" of protesters.
- Protest charges included actions like using WhatsApp and inciting unrest.
- Economists have supported the reforms, despite the cost of living increases.
- Approximately 700 people were arrested during the protests, and some court cases are ongoing.
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