Protests have broken out in Katsina State, with young people marching and waving Russian flags. They were heard chanting in Hausa, “Hunger is killing us.” The police responded by trailing the protesters and firing tear gas to disperse them.

The protests began on Monday morning, August 5, according to Daily Trust. The sight of Russian flags and the chant about hunger highlight the serious issues faced by the local population. As the situation develops, the authorities continue to manage the unrest.