A number of security operatives have opened fire in Lekki, a highbrow area of Lagos State. They were going after #EndSARS protesters.
The demonstrators have been camping at the Lekki Toll Gate for more than 10 days.
On Tuesday, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu ordered a 24-hour curfew.
The state police command also announced a ban on public gatherings.
The spokesman, Muyiwa Adejobi, disclosed that operatives have been dispatched to strategic points.
But the protesters remained adamant, insisting they have been peaceful and would not leave.
The government has now gone in with full force.
Reporters At Large had reported that following the violent trend of #EndSARS protests, Governor Sanwo-Olu has imposed 24 hours curfew in Lagos State.
The announcement was made by the Lagos State governor via his official Twitter handle.
The governor said the decision to declare the curfew following the violence which has broken out in some parts of the state following activities of criminals hiding under the guise of #EndSARS protesters.