Dalena Reporters l Tuesday, March 3, 2026
YOBE STATE — Members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), commonly known as Shiites, have continued protests in Yobe State following reports of the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, during recent U.S. and Israeli military strikes on Iran.
According to reports, demonstrators marched through parts of the state carrying placards, Iranian flags and portraits of Khamenei, while chanting slogans condemning what they described as U.S. and Israeli aggression against Iran. Protesters expressed solidarity with Iran and the global Shiite community in the wake of the leader’s death.
The protests in Yobe are part of a wider wave of demonstrations across several Nigerian states, including Kano, Kaduna, Niger and Lagos, where Shiite groups have organised rallies condemning the strikes that reportedly killed Khamenei and other Iranian officials. Participants said the protests were aimed at showing support for Iran and denouncing what they see as unjustified attacks.
Placards carried by protesters reportedly included messages such as “We Stand With Iran” and “Stop the Aggression Against Iran,” while religious leaders at the gatherings called for unity among Shiite communities and prayers for those affected by the escalating Middle East conflict.
Authorities in Nigeria have been monitoring the demonstrations amid concerns that international tensions could spark unrest domestically. The Nigeria Police Force has reportedly directed increased security surveillance nationwide, urging citizens to remain calm and avoid actions that could escalate tensions.
The protests reflect the broader global reaction following the reported killing of Khamenei, which has triggered demonstrations among Shiite communities in different parts of the world. Analysts warn that the event has intensified geopolitical tensions and could lead to further unrest both within and beyond the Middle East.