Several students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, Edo State, were reportedly killed and injured on Saturday when police and army personnel opened fire on them during a protest over worsening insecurity and recent kidnappings in the area.
A netizen who shared the incident on X described how security forces stormed the protest and shot at students, leaving many wounded and others in critical condition.
The demonstration, staged by students and local residents, was aimed at calling attention to the rising wave of kidnappings and insecurity in Ekpoma.
Witnesses said the students were protesting peacefully when the security operatives began shooting and arresting participants, including those in university hostels.
In a post on X, the netizen urged the public not to ignore the story, warning against the excessive use of force on civilians exercising their right to peaceful protest.
“They came out to demand safety, and this is the price they paid,” the netizen wrote, highlighting the deadly crackdown by security agencies.
The incident has sparked outrage online, with human rights groups and students’ associations condemning the attack.
Many have called for an immediate investigation into the actions of the police and army, demanding accountability and stronger measures to protect students and residents from further violence.
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