Unrest in Lagos after deadly Nigeria protest shooting

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Unrest in Lagos after deadly Nigeria protest shooting

LAGOS, Nigeria (AFP) - Buildings were torched in Nigeria's biggest city Lagos yesterday as authorities shut down the economic hub after the shooting of peaceful protesters by security forces caused international outrage.At least 12 people were killed by the Nigerian army and police in two locations in Lagos on Tuesday in a deadly crackdown on demonstrations, Amnesty International said.

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