18 Aug 2021 | 01:05 PM UTC
Nigeria: Ongoing protest in Ibadan, Aug. 18
Disruptive protest ongoing in Ibadan, Nigeria, Aug. 18. Heightened security presence and localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Youth are protesting in the vicinity of Agodi and Mokola in Ibadan, Oyo State, Aug. 18, to denounce the alleged killing of a teenager by security operatives. Protesters have obstructed roads in the area and forcing local officials to close the Oyo State Government Secretariat. Security forces have been deployed.
Ground travel delays are likely in the coming hours in the vicinity of the impacted area. Security forces may attempt to disperse the protesters. Clashes cannot be ruled out.
Advice
Avoid all protests. Do not attempt to cross protester roadblocks. Consider alternative routes to circumvent the impact locations. Heed the directives of the local security forces.
