Manchester United star Odion Ighalo has become one of the latest celebrities to voice their support for protests against police brutality in Nigeria.
In a video on Twitter, the Nigerian striker called his country's government "a shame to the world".
It comes amid reports that several people have been shot dead or wounded during demonstrations in Nigeria's biggest city, Lagos.
Officials initially denied anyone died and have promised an investigation.
Mr Ighalo, who has won 35 caps for Nigeria's national football team, said in his statement that he could not "stay silent anymore".
"I am ashamed of this government, we are tired of you guys and we can't take this anymore," he added.
Among those who've also expressed their support for the protests are actor John Boyega, and musicians including Estelle, Trey Songz and Chance the Rapper.
Pop singer Beyoncé Knowles said in a statement that she was "working on partnerships with youth organisations to support those protests for change".
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