The Police on Tuesday in Kaduna opened fire at members of the Islamic Movement in Kaduna during a peaceful protest to demand the release of Ibrahim El-Zakzaky, Daily Trust reports.

The procession reportedly started along Nnamdi Azikwe western bypass express way before armed police opened fire on the protesters.

An eyewitness said a female protester was severely wounded on her leg.

He also confirmed that the police invited some thugs to join them in the attack on IMN members.