Witnessing an unexpected act of solidarity, police officers were observed distributing sachet water to protesters on Thursday.
A video shared by the law enforcement agency on its social media platform exhibited officers providing water to the demonstrators.
The video was accompanied by a caption from the police: “If it’s peaceful, we’re game” – revealing their backing for peaceful demonstrations.
Several states experienced protests on Thursday as citizens voiced their discontent with the current economic challenges in the country.
On August 1, 2024, Nigerians initiated the #EndbadgovernanceinNigeria protest to highlight their grievances to the government.
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