Uproar over killing of Nigerians in South Africa
They attacked businesses linked to South Africa, whose citizens have been ceaselessly killing Nigerians and destroying their businesses.
At the Lekki Mall, two people were feared dead in the confrontation between the police and the youths while no fewer than five policemen were taken away injured.A police van was burnt by the rampaging youths who carted away goods including electronics and other household items from the stores after driving out workers.
The attacks on businesses linked to South Africa in the country followed consistent killings of Nigerians in South Africa and the looting and destruction of their shops. According to a resident, Semiu Ibrahim, more than 17 police vehicles were deployed as they released teargas canisters.“Those protesting wanted to burn down the place and the police started shooting. They threw teargas as well. The whole thing started around 3:30pm. They came and asked people in the mall to leave. They wanted to burn the place.
Some youths staged a peaceful protest at the Dugbe, Ibadan branches of Shoprite and StanbicIBTC Bank.An eye witness told The Nation that the youths, numbering about 50, stormed Shoprite around 5:00 pm to register their displeasure over the killings. He said they did not disturb operation of the company though they caused a stir in the shopping mall which houses many other retailers and the historic Cocoa House.
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