Four persons have been reportedly killed in a clash between youths of Eket in Akwa Ibom State and the police.
The incident occurred on Wednesday during the Okon Day celebration in Eket.
It was learnt that youths took over major roads, brandishing machetes, as part of the festival.
They alleged that the police shot at them and killed four, but it was learnt that harassment of motorists by youths might have led to the clash.
An eyewitness said two others allegedly shot by the police, were died on the way to the hospital.
Angry youths took the bodies to the station, but were dispersed with gunshots and tear gas.
The incident disrupted traffic and business in Eket, as traders locked their shops.
Efforts to speak with police spokesman Etim Dickson were unsuccessful.
source: nigerianeye
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