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Monday, 30 June, 2003, 19:11 GMT 20:11 UK
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In pictures: Nigeria oil strike
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A 54% increase in petrol prices in Nigeria was announced in June
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The massive rise prompted the Nigerian Labour Congress to call a nationwide strike
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Police were deployed in major cities and towns to deal with protesters as the courts declared the strike illegal
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The usually bustling streets of Lagos were abandoned as strike organisers defied the courts
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"Nothing on earth is going to stop the strike action", said the Nigeria Labour Congress
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Undeterred protesters paralysed Nigeria's cities and towns
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And Nigerian students joined the action in various cities and towns
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Petrol stations were deserted on the first day of the strike
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However major oil companies said they have not yet been affected by the strike.
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30 Jun 03 | Africa
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