Soldiers, DSS, Police, others, block protesters from approaching National Assembly

Abuja's Three Arms Zone became a heavily secured area on Thursday as security forces blocked protesters attempting to approach the National Assembly complex. A significant deployment of military personnel, police officers, and agents from the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) formed a barricade across all major access routes.

The coordinated security operation effectively prevented demonstrators from gaining access to the legislative complex. The presence of multiple security agencies underscored the authorities' determination to maintain control over the area and prevent the protest from reaching its intended destination.

The blockade ensured that the protesters were unable to proceed further, bringing the demonstration to a halt before it could reach the National Assembly. The event highlights the government's approach to managing public demonstrations in sensitive areas.