Protesters release inmates in Edo
Some inmates being conveyed to court were on Thursday released by some protesters along the Benin-Auchi highway.
The protesters, comprising tipper drivers and youths, were kicking against the killing of one Federick, popularly known as Original, by a policeman deployed to provide security for expatriates in a construction firm. Sources said Federick was shot at a close range after an argument with the policeman whose identity was yet to be ascertained.The protesters barricaded the Benin-Auchi highway at the by-pass axis.A vehicle conveying prison inmates to court refused to turn around and was attacked by the protesters.One of the prison officials managed to run into the bush with wounds and was rescued by some residents.
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