Amnesty International called for an investigation into violence targeting African Democratic Congress (ADC) campaign activity in Kebbi State, Nigeria, on Nov. 5, citing footage and reports of assaults and damaged equipment.
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Add as a preferred source on GoogleAmnesty Seeks Probe Into Attacks on Nigeria Opposition Campaign
The rights group said footage and reports described assaults, blocked roads and damage to campaign vehicles and journalists’ equipment in Kebbi State on Nov. 5.
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