Nigeria: Elevated security likely over the coming days following disruptive protest and clashes in Tafawa Balewa, Bauchi State, Dec. 30

Event

Further protests and clashes are likely in Tafawa Balewa town, Bauchi State, in the coming days following unrest Dec. 30. The purpose of the demonstrations was to oppose planned commemorations to late Sayawa Baba Peter Gonto scheduled Dec. 31. Supporters of the memorial events reportedly attacked the protesters, resulting in clashes that left three people dead and several others injured.

Security forces will almost certainly deploy to any additional demonstrations that occur. Localized transport disruptions and further clashes between demonstrators and supporters of the event are likely.

Advice

Individuals operating in Tafawa Balewa town are advised to monitor the situation, anticipate significant business and transportation disruptions and increased security measures, avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities and their home governments.