'Charly Boy should not have taken his protest to Wuse market' - Mixed reactions from Nigerians
It was a close shave for entertainer-turned-activist, Charles Oputa aka Charly Boy, who has been leading the #ReturnorResign protest against President Muhammadu Buhari in Abuja on Tuesday, August 15.
NAIJ.com reported that when Charly Boy led his co-protesters to the popular Wuse market in Abuja, the nation’s capital.The activist and his group were reportedly attacked by angry counter-protesters who are believed to be supporters of the president.
As reports and pictures of the attack hit social media, there were mixed reactions from Nigerians. While some blamed him, others accused President Buhari of sponsoring thugs.
Below are some of the reactions:
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Despite the narrow escape, the Charly Boy led anti-Buhari protesters have announced it will hold an all night vigil at the Abuja House in London.
One of the group's leaders, Deji Adeyanju, while speaking to journalists said a candle light vigil and procession will take place in front of the Presidential residence in London on Friday, August 18.
Watch this NAIJ.com video of another protest against the Buhari administration: