VIDEO: Protesting UNIBEN Students And Military Clash On Benin-ore Highway
A video circulating on Instagram has captured the intense scene at the University of Benin (UNIBEN) main gate, where students have staged a protest over prolonged power outage on campus. The situation escalated as police and other security outfit attempted to restore order, but the students remained steadfast in their demonstration. The UNIBEN students, fueled by the spirit of Aluta (a term associated with student activism), blocked the Benin-Ore Highway, causing disruptions to traffic flow. Their demands centered around the need for consistent electricity supply within the university premises. @the_flawless2 (7 minutes ago): “Make them go check wetin we do for Tasued that year. Benin Ore road shutdown… Spirit of Aluta… God bless y’all comrades.” Another student commented, “Omo, God bless every one of you… The front is strong ?; it gives the back courage to pull back and reinforce. Does force wan use action scare them off before.” The situation remains tense as both students and police officers stand their ground. UNIBEN authorities are yet to issue an official statement regarding the power outage or the ongoing protest. We will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as they unfold.
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