Video: Riot as Lagos police beat, tear gas disabled athletes during protest

Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have beat up and tear gas disabled athletes during a protest at the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos.

The incident which has resulted into a riot situation occurred on Wednesday when some disabled athletes stormed the road to protest against the government over unpaid salaries.

It was gathered that some police officers in response resorted to using tear gas and man handling the protesters.

According to eye witness, the protest was a peaceful until the police officers reacted with show of force which was described as unnecessary.

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