Lagos Police deny firing tear gas at protesting pensioners

Author: Henry OduahPublished on: September 1, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Lagos Police deny firing tear gas at protesting pensioners

The Lagos State Police Command dismissed reports that members of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP) were tear-gassed during their protest. About 500 pensioners staged a peaceful protest at the Lagos State Governor’s Office in Ikeja on August 31, 2026, led by NUP Chairman Comrade Michael Omishade. The police confirmed that no tear gas was fired and that the situation remained calm throughout the protest.

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