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Earlier, we reported that popular blogger Dorcas Adeyinka was wanted by the Nigerian police in connection with a cyber-stalking, abduction and murder case. Labour unions in Nigeria have begun a nationwide protest against the withdrawal of subsidies that lowered the price of electricity.
A lawyer for Ms Adeyinka has dismissed the allegations against her, saying she is a "law-abiding citizen" who has been "unfairly targetted". Prices for some customers have risen by 240% following the latest measure to cut government spending introduced by President Bola Tinubu.
Pelumi Olajengbesi, from Abuja-based practice Law Corridor, said the allegations boil down to a "social media altercation" between Ms Adeyinka and a number of other individuals. The Nigeria Labour Congress says the hike is unaffordable.
He said Ms Adeyinka had been the first to report the dispute to the police, "only to face further harassment and attempts to silence her". Its members have begun picketing the offices of the Nigerian electricity regulator and regional distribution companies.
He added that his client has never "shunned" the police and has "initiated contact with the appropriate channels". Staff in some cities have been unable to get into work.
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